Der Mörtel
Example: Der Mörtel verbindet die Ziegel im Mauerwerk fest miteinander.
Definition
"Der Mörtel" is a construction material used to bond bricks or stones together in masonry. It is a paste-like mixture, typically made of sand, water, and a binder such as cement or lime, which hardens to provide structural stability and durability to the building elements.
Etymology
The word "der Mörtel" comes from the Old High German 'mortil' or 'mortel,' which itself derives from the Latin 'mortarium,' meaning a mixing bowl or mortar. Did you know that the original Latin term also refers to the tool used for grinding and mixing substances, highlighting the material's nature as a mix?
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"Der Mörtel" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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