putty knife
A 'putty knife' is a versatile hand tool commonly used by glaziers, painters, and carpenters for applying and smoothing putty or other materials.
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Definition
B2Glazing
(technical)A hand tool with a flexible blade used to apply and smooth putty around window panes.
Example
- The glazier used a putty knife to seal the window panes securely.
B2General Use
(technical)A tool with a wide, flat blade used for spreading putty, filling holes, and scraping surfaces.
Example
- The painter used a putty knife to fill the cracks in the wall.
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