coarse layer
[/kɔːrs ˈleɪər/]
nounpl: coarse layers
camada grosseira
1. A layer of material with large particles or rough texture, typically found in geology, construction, or manufacturing
The coarse layer of gravel provides drainage beneath the foundation.
A camada grosseira de cascalho fornece drenagem sob a fundação.
2. In soil science, a stratum composed of particles larger than 0.05mm in diameter
Archaeologists discovered a coarse layer of sand and stones beneath the artifact.
Os arqueólogos descobriram uma camada grosseira de areia e pedras sob o artefato.
3. In textile manufacturing, a rough or unrefined fabric layer used as a base or support
The coarse layer serves as a base before applying the fine finish.
A camada grosseira serve como base antes de aplicar o acabamento fino.
This term is primarily technical and appears in professional contexts such as civil engineering, geology, and archaeology in both Brazil and Portugal. It has no particular cultural significance but is essential vocabulary in construction and scientific fields.
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