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lute

[lo̳t]

1. a substance such as cement, wax, or clay that coats a joint area to make a tight seal; called also luting agent.

2. to coat with such a substance.

lute

(lūt),

To seal or fasten with wax or cement.

[L. lutum, mud]

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lute

(lūt)

To seal or fasten with wax or cement.

[L. lutum, mud]

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