ClimateJuly 18, 2026
rebar
/ˈriːbɑːr/
Definition
A steel rod or bar used as a tension device in reinforced concrete and masonry structures to strengthen and aid the concrete under tension.
Etymology
The word is a portmanteau of the words 'reinforcing' and 'bar'. It entered English usage in the mid-20th century to describe these specific construction materials.
In the news
The word appears in a headline noting that Italian rebar prices have fallen due to weak demand. It highlights the economic state of the specific industrial steel sector impacted by broader market conditions.
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