Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Materials Facet
3. Materials (hierarchy name)
4. materials (substances)
5. [materials by function]

Narrower term/s

• caulking compound[+]
  • oakum
  • latex caulk
  • lead wool
• putty (sealing compound)[+]
  • lime putty
  • glazier's putty
  • picture putty
  • water putty

Anotations

Scope note:

General term for any compound, made of various materials, having a thick or paste-like consistency and used to fill up cracks or for similar purposes; particularly as used in construction or similar applications.