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The Clue

Something for tars to pick (5 letter answer)

The Answer

OAKUM

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Notes

The answer OAKUM is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1300 puzzles.

Related Clues

Sealant
Caulking material
Hemp fiber
Plumber's filler
Boat-seam sealer
Old hull caulking
Loose rope fiber used as caulking

Definition

OAKUM as a noun:

1. loose hemp or jute fiber obtained by unravelling old ropes; when impregnated with tar it was used to caulk seams and pack joints in wooden ships