sheet rock

See also: sheetrock and Sheetrock

English

Etymology

Originally a trade name

Noun

sheet rock (uncountable)

  1. Pre-hardened plaster of Paris (gypsum) sold in large panels and used as a wall surface in building construction.
    In North America, use of sheet rock has virtually replaced plaster and lathe for interior walls in new construction.

Synonyms
  • (gypsum sheeting for wall surface construction): drywall, wall board
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