grout
pronunciation
How to pronounce grout in British English:
UK [graʊt]
How to pronounce grout in American English:
US [ɡraʊt]
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- Noun:
- a thin mortar that can be poured and used to fill cracks in masonry or brickwork
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- Verb:
- bind with grout
Word Origin
- grout (n.)
- "thin, fluid mortar" used in joints of masonry and brickwork, 1580s, extended from sense "coarse porridge," perhaps from Old English gruta (plural) "coarse meal," from Proto-Germanic *grut-, from PIE root *ghreu- "to rub, grind" (see grit (n.)). As a verb from 1838. Related: grouted; grouting.
Example
- 1. Formwork must be constructed to prevent any leakage of the plastic grout .
- 2. Place grout following instructions provided with the grout .
- 3. Color epoxy grout system and method for use .
- 4. For cases where cover is more than specified , replace mortar with epoxy grout .
- 5. The grout form with sealant and release paper may be set in place while equipment is being installed .