oakums

[US]/ˈəʊkəmz/
[UK]/ˈoʊkəmz/

Translation

n.hemp or jute fibers used for caulking ships

Phrases & Collocations

oakums for sealing

oakums and tar

oakums in shipbuilding

oakums for caulking

oakums and pitch

oakums used traditionally

oakums in construction

oakums for insulation

oakums as filler

oakums in repair

Example Sentences

the ship was repaired using oakums to seal the leaks.

oakums are essential for maintaining the integrity of wooden boats.

he learned how to use oakums during his apprenticeship in boat building.

the sailors stocked up on oakums before setting sail.

using oakums properly can extend the life of your vessel.

they demonstrated how to apply oakums to the seams of the boat.

oakums can be made from various types of fibers.

the old fisherman always carried oakums in his toolkit.

learning to work with oakums is a valuable skill for boat restorers.

he explained the importance of oakums in traditional shipbuilding.

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