putty knife

Definition of putty knife

: an implement with a broad flat metal blade used especially for applying putty and for scraping

Examples of putty knife in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Wait about 20 minutes, then scrape off the glue with a pocketknife or putty knife. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Remove Super Glue," 24 June 2019 Using a putty knife, fill all nail and screw holes with putty. — Chelsea Evers, Country Living, "Here's How to Paint a Wall, Including all the Materials You'll Need," 12 Dec. 2019 Then, scrape off the glue with a pocketknife or putty knife—be careful not to scratch the surface. — Joseph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "How to Remove Super Glue," 24 June 2019 With plastic putty knives, volunteers carefully cleaned away the lichen. — courant.com, "Community News For The Wethersfield Edition," 5 Sep. 2019 With plastic putty knives, volunteers carefully cleaned away the lichen. — courant.com, "Community News For The Wethersfield Edition," 5 Sep. 2019 With plastic putty knives, volunteers carefully cleaned away the lichen. — courant.com, "Community News For The Wethersfield Edition," 5 Sep. 2019 Next, use a putty knife to scrape loose any caked-on grass clippings from the underside of the deck. — Timothy Dahl, Popular Mechanics, "How to Winterize Your Lawn Mower Before You Stow It Away," 11 Sep. 2019 With plastic putty knives, volunteers carefully cleaned away the lichen. — courant.com, "Community News For The Wethersfield Edition," 5 Sep. 2019

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20 Mar 2020

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“Putty knife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/putty%20knife. Accessed 31 Mar. 2020.

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