Calking
7 lettersverbrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Present participle of calk, the act of fitting metal cleats to the front of a horseshoe to provide grip on slippery surfaces.
“The farrier spent the morning calking the horses' shoes before the start of the winter season.”
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Contains K, one of the less common Wordle letters, C, A, L, K, I, N, G, test K early when playing this word.
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Worth 14 points (C3+A1+L1+K5+I1+N1+G2). The K tile at 5 points is the standout value here.
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