oakum

[US]/ˈəʊ.kəm/
[UK]/ˈoʊ.kəm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.tarred hemp or jute used for caulking ships; fibrous material used in medical applications
Word Forms
Pluraloakums

Phrases & Collocations

oakum rope

oakum packing

oakum caulking

oakum fiber

oakum seam

oakum joint

oakum tar

oakum wick

oakum application

oakum repair

Example Sentences

the ship's crew used oakum to seal the seams.

oakum is often used in boat building.

they applied oakum to prevent leaks.

he learned how to work with oakum in his apprenticeship.

oakum can be found in many shipyards.

using oakum is a traditional method for caulking.

he bought a roll of oakum for his project.

the oakum was soaked in tar for better sealing.

she demonstrated how to twist oakum properly.

oakum is essential for maintaining wooden boats.

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