Pronunciation: /ˈmɔːrtər/
noun a strong vessel, typically made of ceramic or stone, used for mixing and holding substances such as cement or medicine
A1 The builder used mortar to hold the bricks together.
A2 She mixed water with mortar to create a paste for repairing the wall.
B1 The mason applied mortar to the foundation before laying the stones.
B2 The construction team used a special type of mortar for the historic restoration project.
C1 The artisan crafted intricate designs in the mortar of the cathedral's facade.
C2 The archaeologists discovered ancient mortar used in the construction of the Roman aqueduct.
verb to bind or plaster with mortar
A1 The construction workers are using mortar to build the wall.
A2 She learned how to mortar the bricks together to create a sturdy foundation.
B1 The chef will mortar the ingredients together to make a delicious pesto sauce.
B2 The mason carefully mortared the stones in place to ensure a strong structure.
C1 The archaeologists had to mortar the ancient artifacts back together after they were damaged.
C2 The restoration team meticulously mortared each piece of the historical mosaic to preserve its beauty.
formal The mason carefully applied the mortar between each brick to ensure a strong bond.
informal I need to pick up some mortar from the store before we can finish the patio.
slang I can't believe he tried to fix the wall with that cheap mortar, it's already falling apart.
figurative Their friendship acted as the mortar that held the group together through tough times.
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