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Cemented: meaning, definitions and examples

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cemented

 

[ sɪˈmɛntɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

construction material

Cemented refers to the process of binding materials together using cement, a crucial component in construction. When materials such as gravel, sand, or stones are mixed with cement and water, they harden into a solid mass. This binding process is essential for creating structures like sidewalks, buildings, and bridges, as it gives strength and durability to the materials. The term can also refer to making something more permanent or established, such as cementing a relationship or agreement.

Synonyms

bound, established, secured

Examples of usage

  • The workers cemented the bricks together to build a sturdy wall.
  • Their friendship was cemented during their years in college.
  • The agreement was cemented with a handshake between the parties.

Translations

Translations of the word "cemented" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cimento

🇮🇳 सीमेंटेड

🇩🇪 zementiert

🇮🇩 semen

🇺🇦 цементований

🇵🇱 zcementowany

🇯🇵 セメントされた

🇫🇷 cimenté

🇪🇸 cementado

🇹🇷 çimento

🇰🇷 시멘트로 다진

🇸🇦 مُسَمَّن

🇨🇿 cementovaný

🇸🇰 cementovaný

🇨🇳 水泥化的

🇸🇮 cimentiran

🇮🇸 sements

🇰🇿 цементтелген

🇬🇪 ცემენტის

🇦🇿 sementləşdirilmiş

🇲🇽 cementado

Word origin

The term 'cemented' is derived from the Latin word 'caementum', which means 'stone chippings'. This Latin term evolved through Old French as 'cement', before entering the English language in the late 14th century as 'cement', referring to the binding agents used in masonry and construction. The verb form 'cement' emerged in the 19th century, describing the process of using cement to bind materials. Over time, the use of cement expanded beyond construction, now frequently symbolizing the establishment or strengthening of relationships and agreements. The industrial revolution significantly advanced cement production technology, making it a staple material in modern construction. Today, 'cemented' not only describes the physical aspect of binding materials but also figuratively signifies the solidification of bonds and commitments in various contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,187, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.