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Architecture and Construction - Construction Materials

Here you will learn some English words related to construction materials such as "putty", "limestone", and "granite".

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Words Related to Architecture and Construction
iron
[noun]

a metallic chemical element with a silvery-gray appearance, widely used for making tools, steel, buildings, and various industrial products

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rubble
[noun]

the damaged bricks, stones, or other material of a building that remain after its destruction

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marble
[noun]

a type of hard smooth rock that is mostly white in color and has colored lines, which is used as building material or in making statues

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drywall
[noun]

a building material that is consisted of a layer of plaster between two sheets of thick paper, used for covering walls and ceilings

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cement
[noun]

a gray powdery substance that becomes hard if it is mixed with water and sand, used for construction purposes such as sticking bricks of a wall together

Ex: She smoothed the cement with a trowel , carefully shaping it into the desired form for the garden path .
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asbestos
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a soft greyish substance that is resistant to fire and heat and was previously used in the buildings, clothing, etc.

Ex: Asbestos was once widely used for its fire-resistant properties , but its use has been largely banned due to serious health concerns .
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a thin layer of natural or manufactured stone that is applied to the surface of a wall or structure to simulate the appearance of a full stone construction

Ex: The patio wall was finished with a stone veneer that blends well with the garden .
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a type of thin, flat tile made from natural slate stone, commonly used in flooring, roofing, and wall applications

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a type of building material designed specifically for covering and protecting roofs

Ex: The architect suggested using roofing tiles to enhance the building 's appearance .
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a durable and lightweight thermoplastic material commonly used in construction for its high impact resistance and transparency

Ex: The windows in the office building were made polycarbonate, offering both clarity and strength .
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GFRC
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a composite material that combines cement, sand, water, and glass fibers to create a strong and lightweight concrete product

Ex: The contractor GFRC for the new sculptures in the park due to its durability and weather resistance .
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clay
[noun]

a type of heavy and sticky soil that is molded when wet and is baked to become hardened in pottery or ceramic making

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ceramic
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a non-metallic, inorganic material that is typically made from clay, minerals, and other raw materials

Ex: The artist molded ceramic into a delicate sculpture .
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metal
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a usually solid and hard substance that heat and electricity can move through, such as gold, iron, etc.

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steel
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a type of hard metal that is made of a mixture of iron and carbon, used in construction of buildings, vehicles, etc.

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stone
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a hard material, usually made of minerals, and often used for building things

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brick
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a block of baked clay, mostly used to build houses, walls, etc.

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concrete
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a hard material used for building structures, made by mixing cement, water, sand, and small stones

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an engineered wood product made from wood fibers or plant-based fibers, used in construction and furniture manufacturing for its versatility and cost-effectiveness

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hardboard
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a dense and durable engineered wood product made by compressing wood fibers, commonly used in furniture, cabinets, and wall paneling

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plywood
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a strong and versatile engineered wood product made by bonding layers of thin wood veneers together, widely used in construction, furniture, and other applications

Ex: Plywood is a popular material for DIY projects because it is easy to cut and shape .
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the materials that are used to cover something in order not to let heat, electricity, or sound to enter or escape through it

Ex: insulation of the pipes prevents them from freezing during cold weather .
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flooring
[noun]

the materials that make up the floor of a building or room

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a strong and durable construction material created by introducing internal stresses through tensioned steel tendons within the concrete

Ex: Pre-stressed concrete is often used for large spans in bridges because it can carry more weight without bending .
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a synthetic thermoplastic polymer widely used in various applications, including construction, plumbing, electrical insulation, and packaging, due to its durability, versatility, and cost-effectiveness

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