El morter
Example: El morter s'utilitza per unir les parets de maó amb força.
Definition
"El morter" is a construction material composed of a mixture of cement, sand, and water, used to bond bricks or stones together firmly when building walls or other structures.
Etymology
The term "el morter" comes from the Latin word 'mortarium,' meaning a bowl or vessel for mixing. Over time, it evolved to refer to the mixture itself, highlighting its role as a binding agent in construction. Did you know that the original Latin term also gave rise to the English word 'mortar'?
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"El morter" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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