Adobe (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Sun-dried brick; used in hot dry climates.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The adobe walls of the ancient village were remarkably resilient to the harsh desert conditions.
• The sustainable building was constructed primarily from adobe to minimize environmental impact in the arid landscape.
• Local builders relied on adobe to create sturdy structures that could withstand the scorching desert heat.
• Adobe homes were commonplace in the region due to their natural insulation properties and abundance of building materials.
• The earthen adobe architecture blended seamlessly into the surrounding desert landscape.

Synonyms

• Adobe Brick

Meaning ²

The clay from which adobe bricks are made.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

• Adobe soil contains high amounts of clay, silt, and water, which gives it a specific consistency ideal for building.
• The ancient dwellings used adobe as their primary building material due to its high strength and durability.
• Adobe is made up of mainly clay soils that need a specific temperature and moisture level for its proper formation.
• Adobe contains various properties, like resistance to earthquakes, due to its ability to absorb shock and seismic activity.
• A major component in the production of adobe bricks is suitable clay mixture with an optimal ratio of clay, sand, and water.