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mortar

[mawr-ter] / ˈmɔr tər /






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The researchers also plan to test other forms of biochar, evaluate the mixture in different grades of concrete and mortar, and study whether pre-soaked biochar can further improve its performance.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026

The munitions, both German and French, consist mainly of mortar shells, along with some high-explosive anti-tank shells.

From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026

"We knew from the behaviour of the hospital in 2016 - and it's not the hospital, not the bricks and mortar - but the people," he said.

From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026

He also said he was shocked by the poor construction of the buildings, with plastic foam having been used as mortar filler between cement slabs and insufficient reinforcing steel.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026

They would support the arched stone ribs until the mortar was dry, at which time the ribs could support themselves.

From "Cathedral: The Story of Its Construction" by David Macaulay




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