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concrete
Noun
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Concrete is a type of mix that, when dried, hardens, often for sidewalks.
Did you know that the sidewalk was made out of concrete?
The project involved materials such as specialized mineral-rich soils, sands, and concretes specifically designed for this purpose.
The ground is made of concrete and asphalt.
concrete
Adjective
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A synonym for strong.
There is no concrete evidence to say that Bill really does like salad.
finishing
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noun
(= coating, finish)
a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)
the boat had a metallic finish
he applied a coat of a clear finish
when the finish is too thin it is difficult to apply evenly
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noun
(= finish)
the act of finishing
his best finish in a major tournament was third
the speaker's finishing was greeted with applause
machine
Noun
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A machine is a man-made object with moving parts.
I'm putting the clothes in the washing machine. Is there anything you want washed?
This new machine is the fastest computer I've ever had.
machine
Verb
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If you machine something you fasten or shape it with a machine.