mortar
Translation
mortar
Examples
The mason mixed sand and cement to make mortar.
The mason mixed sand and cement to make mortar.
She used a mortar and pestle to grind the spices.
She used a mortar and pestle to grind the spices.
The army used a mortar to attack the enemy.
The army used a mortar to attack the enemy.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a mixture used to bind bricks or stones The builder applied mortar between the bricks.
((noun)) a bowl for grinding substances She ground the herbs in a mortar.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (building material) cement, plaster; (tool) bowl, grinder
Etymology
From Latin 'mortarium', meaning 'bowl for pounding' or 'product of pounding'. This connects the bowl and the building material.
Memory Tips
Picture mixing 'mortar' (building material) in a 'mortar' (bowl). The weapon also looks like a large, deep bowl.