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air entrainment

noun

Definition of air entrainment

: the incorporation in concrete or mortar of minute air bubbles (as by addition of soap or grease) to increase resilience and resistance to wear and weathering

Other Words from air entrainment

air-entrained adjective
Air-entrained concrete is generally easier to work with and can be used even if not specifically called for in the plans and specifications. — Gil L. Taylor, Construction Codes and Inspection Handbook, 2006

First Known Use of air entrainment

1949, in the meaning defined above

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