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fiber-reinforced concrete

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fiber-reinforced concrete [¦fī·bər ‚rē·in¦fȯrst ′kan‚krēt]
(materials)
A portland-cement concrete or mortar that is reinforced with dispersed, randomly oriented, unconnected fibers of metallic, mineral, or organic materials.
fibrous concrete
Concrete containing asbestos, spun glass, or other fibers to reduce unit weight and improve tensile strength.
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