marine glue

noun

1. a tarlike composition for coating the seams of a planked deck after caulking.

Word History and Origins

Origin of marine glue¹

First recorded in 1840–50

Example Sentences

"Jefferies' Marine Glue" can be procured at all times, the cost being about sixpence per pound.

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One part of marine glue, and two of best red sealing-wax, form a beautiful cement for glass baths.

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If this consists of glass, Canada-balsam or marine glue is best.

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These sensitive substances are extracted by dissolving marine glue or coal-tar in benzine.

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It is possible to obtain prints with half-tones in fatty ink by means of plates of zinc coated with marine-glue.

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