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cement

UK
/sɪˈment/
US
/səˈmɛnt/

Translations

cementnoun
cements
pl
The workers mixed sand and cement to make concrete.
Рабочие смешали песок и цемент, чтобы сделать бетон.
Additional translations
цементирующий материал
связующее вещество
бетон
Synonyms
mortar
glue
adhesive
binder
concrete
cementverb
cemented
Past Simple
cemented
Past Participle
cementing
Gerund
UK
/sɪˈment/
US
/səˈmɛnt/
cementadjective
Attributive use (e.g., "cement truck"). Non-gradable.

Definitions

cementnoun
A powdery substance made with calcined lime and clay, mixed with water to form a paste that hardens and is used in building.
The workers mixed cement with sand and gravel to create concrete for the foundation.
A binding element or agency.
Trust is the cement that holds a relationship together.
A material used for bonding bricks or stones.
The mason applied cement between the bricks to ensure they stayed in place.
A dental material used to fill cavities or to attach crowns, bridges, or other dental prostheses.
The dentist used a special cement to secure the crown onto the tooth.
cementverb
To bind together or fix in place with or as if with cement.
The mechanic cemented the tiles to the floor.
To make a relationship, agreement, or feeling stronger and more certain.
The shared experience cemented their friendship.
Dentistry: to affix a crown, bridge, or other prosthesis with dental cement.
The dentist cemented the veneer onto the tooth.
cementadjective
Relating to or made with cement; used before another noun.
A cement mixer blocked the road.
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