How to pronounce "mortar"?
mortar
noun, verb
How to pronounce mortar?
The word mortar sounds like mor-tar
/'mɔrtər/
What is the definition of mortar?
nouna muzzle-loading high-angle gun with a short barrel that fires shells at high elevations for a short range
nouna bowl-shaped vessel in which substances can be ground and mixed with a pestle
verbplaster with mortar
Examples
- mortar the wall
nounused as a bond in masonry or for covering a wall
What is the definition of mortar?
- Mortar is a type of paste used in construction to bind building blocks like bricks or stones together.
What are the different types of mortar?
- There are several types of mortar including cement mortar, lime mortar, and gypsum mortar.
What is cement mortar?
- Cement mortar is a mixture of cement, sand, and water, commonly used for general masonry work.
What is lime mortar?
- Lime mortar is a mixture of lime, sand, and water, traditionally used for historic masonry and restoration work.
What is gypsum mortar?
- Gypsum mortar is a mixture of gypsum, sand, and water, mainly used to plaster walls and ceilings.
What is mortar made of?
- Mortar is typically made of a combination of cement, lime, sand, and water.
What is the purpose of mortar?
- The purpose of mortar is to provide structural integrity and bond between individual building blocks.
What is the difference between mortar and concrete?
- Mortar is used to bind building blocks together, while concrete is a mixture of cement, sand, gravel, and water used for larger structural applications.
How is mortar applied?
- Mortar is applied by spreading it onto the surfaces of building blocks using a trowel or a pointing tool.
Is mortar waterproof?
- Most mortars are not inherently waterproof, but it is possible to add waterproofing agents or use special waterproof mortar mixes.
