concrete

//ˈkɒŋkriːt//
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Noun

concreteSingular
concretesPlural
1

A hard building material made by mixing cement, sand, gravel, and water, which becomes solid when it dries

The foundation of the building is made of concrete.

Adjective

1

Existing in a physical or material form; real or solid rather than abstract

We need concrete evidence, not just theories.

2

Specific and definite rather than general or vague

Can you give me a concrete example of what you mean?

Verb

1

To cover or fix something with concrete

They concreted the driveway last week.

2

To make something definite or specific; to solidify

We need to concrete our plans before the meeting.

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