Spackle

usgb/ˈspæk.əl/
noun

A type of paste used for filling holes, cracks, or imperfections in walls and ceilings before painting.

Before painting the wall, make sure to spackle any holes.
Visual representation of "spackle" - A type of paste used for filling holes, cracks, or imperfections in walls and ceilings before painting.

Usage tips

Neutral

fill holes,repair surfaces,apply spackle

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Context

'Spackle' is commonly used in home improvement contexts.

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'I need to spackle the wall before painting.'
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Nuance

Using 'spackle' can imply a temporary fix rather than a permanent solution.

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'He tried to spackle over the issue instead of addressing it.'
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Colloquial Use

In informal contexts, 'spackle' can refer to any quick fix.

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'Let’s just spackle that problem for now.'
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