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mortar

[mawr-ter] / ˈmɔr tər /






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The munitions, both German and French, consist mainly of mortar shells, along with some high-explosive anti-tank shells.

From Barron's Aug. 3, 2026

At that time, an aerial mortar exploded nearby, startling Santi, who then ran and jumped over the fence.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 6, 2026

“I love that place beyond all good sense. It’s not just bricks and mortar to me.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 6, 2026

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said the hubs were "about more than bricks and mortar" and showed the government "believes in young people and is investing in their futures".

From BBC Apr. 6, 2026

These would support the weight of the stones and maintain the shape of the arch until the mortar was dry.

From "Cathedral: The Story of Its Construction" by David Macaulay




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