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mortar

nounfemininetécnico/ɐɾɣɐˈmasɐ/low

ar·ga·mas·sa

Definition

A mixture of one or more binders (such as lime, cement, or gypsum), aggregates (sand), and water, used in construction to lay bricks, plaster walls, etc.
The bricklayer applied mortar between the bricks.
We need to mix a fresh batch of mortar for the repairs.

Etymology

Do árabe 'al-hurjuman' (o cimento).

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