mortar
mor
ˈmɔr
mawr
tar
tɜr
tēr
British pronunciation
/mˈɔːtɐ/

Definition & Meaning of "mortar"in English

Mortar
01

a short-barreled, muzzle-loaded artillery piece that fires explosive shells at high angles for close-range support

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mortar definition and meaning
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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.
02

a mixture, typically of sand, lime, or cement, used to bond masonry units together or to coat walls

mortar definition and meaning

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.

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The mason spread mortar between the bricks.
Fresh mortar was applied to seal gaps in the wall.
03

a bowl for crushing and blending materials with a pestle

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She crushed the spices in a small mortar with a wooden pestle.
Pharmacists traditionally used a mortar to prepare medications.
to mortar
01

to coat or join surfaces using a mixture of sand, water, and cement or lime

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The mason mortared the bricks carefully to ensure stability.
Workers mortared the stone wall before it set overnight.
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