calks
The word “calks” has 1 syllable: calks.
It's pronounced as /kɔːks/.
What is synonym and antonym for calks?
In the thesaurus, “calks” has 3 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for calks along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for calks
- chinks
- clogs
- seals
Antonyms for calks
- excavates
Meanings of calks
- noun
- A pointed projection on a horseshoe to prevent it slipping.
- A spike on the sole of a boot to prevent slipping, particularly used in logging.
- verb
- 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.
- To drive oakum into the seams of a ship's wooden deck or hull to make it watertight.
- To apply caulking to joints, cracks, or a juncture of different materials.
- Fuck.
Example Sentences
- The blacksmith forged sturdy calks to secure the horseshoes onto the horse's hooves.
- In winter, it's essential to equip your shoes with calks to prevent slipping on icy surfaces.
- Farmers attach calks to the plow to ensure better traction in the fields.
- Mountaineers rely on specialized boots with metal calks for safe climbing in icy conditions.
- The logger replaced the worn-out calks on his boots before heading into the dense forest.
On this page you'll find 4 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to calks, such as: chinks, clogs, excavates, seals.
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