"papercrete" meaning in English

See papercrete in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Etymology: From paper + -crete. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|paper|crete}} paper + -crete Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} papercrete (uncountable)
  1. A construction material made from paper or cardboard mixed with cement, clay, or soil. Wikipedia link: papercrete Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Building materials
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