put•ty
Pronunciation: (put'ē), [key] — n., pl. v., -ties, -tied, -ty•ing.
—n. - a compound of whiting and linseed oil, of a doughlike consistency when fresh, used to secure windowpanes, patch woodwork defects, etc.
- any of various other compounds used for similar purposes.
- any of various substances for sealing the joints of tubes or pipes, composed of linseed oil with red lead, white lead, iron oxide, etc.
- a creamy mixture of lime and water, partially dried and mixed with sand and plaster of Paris to make a finish plaster coat.
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- any person or thing easily molded, influenced, etc.: We were putty in his hands.
- light brownish- or yellowish-gray.
- worthless or useless.
—v.t. - to secure, cover, etc., with putty.
put•ty
Pronunciation: (put'ē), [key] — pl. -ties.
- puttee.
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