drywall
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Definition
Noun: A rigid, prefabricated interior building panel, typically consisting of a core of gypsum plaster sandwiched between two thick sheets of paper. It is used to construct or cover interior walls and ceilings, providing a smooth, paintable surface. It is a primary material for forming the interior walls and partitions of houses and other buildings.
Usage
"Drywall" is a non-count noun referring to the material in general. It can also be used as a count noun when referring to individual panels. - The builders installed drywall throughout the new house. - We need to buy ten more sheets of drywall to finish the room.
Examples
- After the framing was complete, the next step was hanging the drywall.
- There was a hole in the drywall that needed to be patched.
- Modern drywall is much easier and faster to install than traditional plaster and lath.
Advanced Usage
- "to drywall" (verb, less common): The act of installing drywall.
- They spent the weekend drywalling the basement.
- Compound terms specifying type:
- Moisture-resistant drywall is often used in bathrooms.
- Fire-rated drywall is required for certain walls and ceilings.
Variants and Related Words
- Sheetrock: A major brand name for drywall, often used generically.
- We used Sheetrock for the living room walls.
- Plasterboard: Another common term for drywall, especially in British English.
- Gypsum board: A more technical term for the material.
- Wallboard: A more general term that can include other panel materials besides gypsum.
Synonyms
- Wallboard
- Plasterboard
- Gypsum board
Related Phrases and Compounds
- Drywall screw: A specialized screw for attaching drywall to studs.
- Drywall compound / joint compound: A plaster-like material used to seal seams between drywall panels.
- Drywall tape: Paper or fiberglass tape applied over joint compound to reinforce seams.
- Drywall anchor: A device used to secure objects to a drywall surface.
Noun
- a wide flat board used to cover walls or partitions; made from plaster or wood pulp or other materials and used primarily to form the interior walls of houses