marine glue

noun

1. a tarlike composition for coating the seams of a planked deck after caulking.

Word History and Origins

Origin of marine glue¹

First recorded in 1840–50

Example Sentences

His version of the camakau also uses nails, marine glue and rope, as opposed to coconut husks and tar.

From New York Times

Jeffrey’s marine glue is formed by dissolving india-rubber in four parts of benzene and adding two parts of shellac; it is extensively used, being easily applied and drying rapidly and hard.

From Project Gutenberg

The pieces of glass are stuck together with marine glue, and a very simple contrivance enables the plants or other objects to be pressed near the front, and thus brought into better view.

From Project Gutenberg

For small installations glass may be used, the joints being made with marine glue or other suitable cement.

From Project Gutenberg

If made with marine glue they require more care, but will eat all the crisper.

From Project Gutenberg