caulking

• Wasserdichtes Füll- und Dichtungsmittel, das im Bau und bei Reparaturen zum Abdichten von Fugen und Nähten verwendet wird.

A waterproof filler and sealant used in building and repair to make joints or seams watertight.

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1. Waterproof sealantB2formal

   A flexible material used to seal joints and gaps in buildings and other structures to prevent water, air, or dust from passing through.

   Dichtungsmittel

   • The plumber applied fresh caulking around the bathtub to prevent leaks.
   • Old caulking can crack and shrink over time, requiring replacement.
   • Make sure to smooth the caulking with a wet finger for a clean finish.

   Synonymecaulkmasticputtysealant

• Verb, das bedeutet, Spalten, Fugen oder Stöße mit einem wasserdichten Material abzudichten oder auszufüllen, meist im Bauwesen oder Schiffbau.

A verb meaning to seal or fill gaps or joints with a waterproof material, typically used in construction or shipbuilding.

1. Seal with caulkingB2formal

   To fill or seal joints, seams, or gaps with a waterproof material to prevent leaks or drafts.

   Abdichten

   • He caulked the bathtub to prevent water from leaking.
   • You should caulk the windows before winter to keep the cold air out.
   • The plumber caulked around the sink to seal the gap.

   Synonymechinkfillpackplugsealstopstuff