Wordle Answer for February 16, 2022
CAULK was the Wordle answer for February 16, 2022. If you missed the day or you're looking it up after the fact, this page collects the hints and word context in one place.
The answer
CAULK
What caulk means
A waterproof sealant material, usually silicone or acrylic, applied to gaps and seams in buildings to prevent water and air leakage.
Where the word comes from
Caulk comes from Old French "calfater," meaning to stop up the seams of a ship's hull with oakum and pitch. This French term derives from Arabic "qalafata," which itself likely comes from Greek "kalafatein," referring to the same maritime practice. The word entered English through trade and shipbuilding contact with Romance-speaking peoples during the medieval period.
Hints for February 16, 2022
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Synonyms of caulk
- calk
- paintable
- seal
- chinking
- spackling
- lute
- underseal
- marine glue
Used in a sentence
The contractor used _____ to seal the gaps between the tiles and the bathroom wall.
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