noun
- Plural of bitumen; dark, sticky, petroleum-based substances used in road construction and waterproofing.
Usage: Commonly used in construction and civil engineering contexts.
Examples
- The construction crew mixed different bitumens to achieve the desired road surface.
- Various bitumens are tested for durability in extreme weather conditions.
- Bitumens are essential materials in modern infrastructure projects.
- The roofing contractor selected premium bitumens for the waterproofing layer.
- Different bitumens have varying melting points and adhesive properties.