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What is another word for Puttying?

Pronunciation: [pˈʌtɪɪŋ] (IPA)

Puttying is the process of filling gaps or making surfaces smoother with putty. Some synonyms for this word include caulking, filling, patching, smoothing, and coating. Caulking is a process of sealing gaps and joints in buildings with a flexible material to prevent water and air from coming inside. Filling is the process of making a surface whole by adding substance to a gap, hole, or crack. Patching involves covering holes or cracks with a suitable material, such as plaster or cement. Smoothing techniques include sanding, scraping, and rubbing to make a surface even. Coating is the process of covering a surface with a protective or decorative layer, which can consist of various materials such as paint, varnish, or sealant.
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He had no mind to pay out money for what he could do himself; and many a wet afternoon did he and his hired man devote to the replacing of shingles, the nailing on of clapboards, to Puttying, painting, and other matters of the same kind.
"Janet's Love and Service"
Margaret M Robertson
Well, 'e ses, get it slobbered over as quick as you can, 'e ses, 'cos we ain't got much for this job: don't spend a lot of time Puttying up.
"The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists"
Robert Tressell
Of course, I painted the hull of the boat quickly but that's all I can do and Captain Abrams says there's nothing in Puttying up nail holes and painting hulls; anybody can learn that in six months.
"Watch Yourself Go By"
Al. G. Field

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