1. oakum

noun. 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.
Synonyms
fibre fiber
Antonyms
unthoughtfulness irresponsibleness irresponsibility
Etymology
oakum (English)
okome (Middle English (1100-1500))
acumba (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
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