Definitions
n. Powder mixed with water to bind building materials together.
水泥
v. To make a relationship or agreement stronger.
巩固；加强
Example
The builder mixed cement and water in a bucket.
建筑工人在桶里搅拌水泥和水。
Joint research projects can cement relationships between universities and encourage the exchange of scientific knowledge.
联合研究项目可以巩固大学之间的关系，并促进科学知识的交流。
Collocations
- a bag of cement
- mix cement
- cement a relationship
Usage tip
cement是水泥；concrete是含水泥、砂石的混凝土。
FAQ
- What does cement mean?
- Powder mixed with water to bind building materials together. To make a relationship or agreement stronger.
- How is cement pronounced?
- UK /sɪˈment/, US /sɪˈment/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
