noun
- plural of putty; soft, malleable substances used to fill holes or seal glass in window frames
- cloth leg coverings worn wrapped around the lower leg, especially by soldiers
Usage: military; historical
Examples
- The carpenter applied several putties to fill the gaps in the wood.
- Different putties are needed for various types of repairs.
- The old window putties had cracked and needed replacement.
- Soldiers wrapped putties around their legs for protection.
- The museum displayed World War I uniforms complete with putties.
- He carefully wound the putties from ankle to knee.