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Related topics: Constructionput·ty /ˈpʌti/ noun [uncountable] 1. TBCa soft whitish substance that becomes hard when it dries and that is used to fix glass into window frames 油灰，腻子2. be putty in somebody’s hands USE A PERSONto be easily controlled or influenced by someone 易受某人摆布，易受某人影响Examples from the Corpusputty• Use solvent and a putty knife or large screwdriver.• The delicate glasses had felt thick and awkward in her hands, soft as putty but covered in cutting edges.• Inside is a white brick of plastic explosive, which was kind of like putty.• Make sure the frame is dry, and prime bare wood before applying new putty.• I stretched out a hand, and she was putty - the licking, wagging kind.Origin putty (1600-1700) French potée “potful, putty”, from pot “pot”put·ty nounChineseSyllable becomes soft whitish hard when that Corpus substance dries it a |