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reinforcement [‚rē·ən′fȯrs·mənt]

(civil engineering)

Strengthening concrete, plaster, or mortar by embedding steel rods or wire mesh in it.

(materials)

A strong inert material bonded to a plastic to enhance its strength, stiffness, and resistance to impact.

reinforcement

1. In reinforced concrete, metal bars, rods, wires, or other slender members which are embedded in concrete in such a manner that the metal and the concrete act together in resisting forces.

2. Material added to provide additional strength.

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reinforcement (redirected from positive reinforcer)

reinforcement
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