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Mortar
01
mörser, minbombare
a short-barreled, muzzle-loaded artillery piece that fires explosive shells at high angles for close-range support
Example
The soldiers set up a mortar to provide fire support for advancing infantry units.
Mortars are portable artillery pieces capable of firing high-explosive shells over short to medium distances.
The enemy positions were bombarded with mortar fire, causing significant damage to their defenses.
02
mörja, bruk
a substance that is a mixture of sand, cement, and water, used for fixing bricks and stones in a building
What is "mortar"?
Mortar is a soft mixture made from materials like sand, water, and a binder such as cement or lime. It is used to hold bricks, stones, or other building materials together, filling gaps and creating a strong, stable bond. Once it dries and hardens, it also provides additional strength to the structure and helps protect against water and air penetration. Mortar is commonly used in walls, foundations, and other masonry work.
03
mortel, mortel av keramik
a bowl-shaped vessel in which substances can be ground and mixed with a pestle
to mortar
01
mörtla, putsa
plaster with mortar
