ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Cementation

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Cementation is a noun meaning The act of cementing.

Meaning

The act of cementing.

More Meanings

  1. (metallurgy) The impregnation of the surface of a metal with another material; the manufacture of steel by carburizing iron.
  2. (geology) The precipitation of mineral matter in the pores of a sediment.
  3. (medicine) The use of a cement join of the parts of a broken bone to aid in the healing process.
  4. (dentistry) The use of a cement or adhesive to fasten orthodontics or to restore chipped or broken teeth.

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Related dictionary entries include bonding, consolidation, cementing, recementing, recementation, securement.

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