Rebar: meaning, definitions and examples

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rebar

[ ˈriˌbär ]

Noun

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construction material

A steel bar or mesh of steel wires used as a tension device in reinforced concrete and masonry structures.

Synonyms

reinforcing bar, steel bar.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
rebar	Commonly used in both casual conversation and professional communication within the construction industry. It is the most widely recognized term for a steel bar used to reinforce concrete. We need to order more rebar for the foundation. Make sure the rebar is properly placed before pouring the concrete.
steel bar	A generic term that can be used in both construction and other industries where steel bars are used, not necessarily for reinforcing concrete. We used steel bars to build the frame for the new warehouse. Ensure all steel bars meet the required specifications before use.
reinforcing bar	Typically used in more formal or technical discussions related to construction and structural engineering. It clearly defines the purpose of the bar. The structural engineer specified the type of reinforcing bar required for the project. Reinforcing bars are essential for the integrity of concrete structures.

Word

Description / Examples

rebar

Commonly used in both casual conversation and professional communication within the construction industry. It is the most widely recognized term for a steel bar used to reinforce concrete.

We need to order more rebar for the foundation.
Make sure the rebar is properly placed before pouring the concrete.

steel bar

A generic term that can be used in both construction and other industries where steel bars are used, not necessarily for reinforcing concrete.

We used steel bars to build the frame for the new warehouse.
Ensure all steel bars meet the required specifications before use.

reinforcing bar

Typically used in more formal or technical discussions related to construction and structural engineering. It clearly defines the purpose of the bar.

The structural engineer specified the type of reinforcing bar required for the project.
Reinforcing bars are essential for the integrity of concrete structures.

Examples of usage

Rebars are commonly used in construction to provide additional strength to concrete structures.
The contractor ordered a shipment of rebars for the new building project.

Translations

Translations of the word "rebar" in other languages:

🇵🇹 barra de aço

🇮🇳 लोहे की छड़

🇩🇪 Bewehrungsstahl

🇮🇩 batang baja

🇺🇦 арматура

🇵🇱 pręt zbrojeniowy

🇯🇵 鉄筋

🇫🇷 barre d'armature

🇪🇸 barra de refuerzo

🇹🇷 inşaat demiri

🇰🇷 철근

🇸🇦 حديد التسليح

🇨🇿 výztužná tyč

🇸🇰 výstuž

🇨🇳 钢筋

🇸🇮 armatura

🇮🇸 járnstöng

🇰🇿 арматура

🇬🇪 არმატურა

🇦🇿 armatur

🇲🇽 barra de refuerzo

Etymology

The term 'rebar' is a shortened form of 'reinforcing bar'. It originated in the construction industry in the early 20th century as a way to refer to the steel bars used to reinforce concrete structures. The use of rebars has since become a standard practice in construction to enhance the strength and durability of buildings and other structures.

See also: bar, barb, barbel, barge, baron, barred, barrel, barrier, bars.