0 a type of paste made from ground chalk and oil, used to fix glass in windows etc. -- kitt, sparkelmasse
There are a number of synthetic alternatives such as polybutene based putties, where the polybutene is a low molecular weight oligomer replacing the linseed oil.
The linseed oil was used in the manufacture of lead paint and varnish, as well as putties, caulking compounds, printing inks and linoleum.
Putties do have some manner of spoken language, though it is incomprehensible to humans, coming across as strings of garbled noises.
Industrial applications include, sealants, adhesives, extenders for putties used for sealing roofs and windows, coatings, polymer modification, tackified polyethylene films, personal care, polybutene emulsions.
The twentieth item is windows, including glass, putty, window accessories and sash cords.
The strength of his previous convictions—and they are strong at the time—are as putty compared with the strength of his conversions when the time comes.
There is no great shortage of bricks or of the auxiliary materials, including glass, putty and so on, which are required for maintenance purposes.
She has had to putty the windows and put in a new cistern, and these repairs will be much more than a year's rent.