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Vocabulary Entry
bitumen
|noun
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N
noun
A thick, sticky form of petrochemical that is used mainly for road construction and roofing.
Example Sentences
"The road was resurfaced with a layer of bitumen to improve its durability."
"Bitumen is often found in natural deposits and is a key ingredient in asphalt."
"During the summer, the bitumen used on the roads can become quite soft."