Word: cement
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: ce
ment
Definition: A powdered substance produced by firing (calcining) calcium carbonate (limestone) and clay that develops strong cohesive properties when mixed with water. The main ingredient of concrete.
Morphemes:
Affix: cement
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A powdered substance produced by firing (calcining) calcium carbonate (limestone) and clay that develops strong cohesive properties when mixed with water. The main ingredient of concrete.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: caementum
Language: la
Decoded: caementum
Meaning: quarry stone; stone chips for making mortar