Difference between Calk and Caulk

What is the difference between Calk and Caulk?

Calk as a noun is a pointed projection on a horseshoe to prevent it slipping. while Caulk as a noun is caulking

Calk

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A pointed projection on a horseshoe to prevent it slipping.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To make an indentation in the edge of a metal plate, as along a seam in a steam boiler or an iron ship, to force the edge of the upper plate hard against the lower and so fill the crevice.

Caulk

Part of speech: noun

Definition: caulkinga composition of vehicle and pigment used at ambient temperatures for filling/sealing joints or junctures, that remains elastic for an extended period of time after application.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To drive oakum into the seams of a ship's wooden deck or hull in order to make them watertightTo apply caulking to joints, cracks, or a juncture of different materials.

We hope you now know whether to use Calk or Caulk in your sentence.

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