Aggregate ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Aggregate ( adjective )

Composed of a mixture of minerals separable by mechanical means.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin aggregat- "added to", from the verb aggregare, from ad- "to" + grex, greg- "a herd".

Examples:

1. The construction materials consisted of an aggregate of sand, gravel and crushed rock.
2. The aggregate of minerals formed the foundation of the building.
3. The aggregate used in the construction was tested for its strength.
4. The aggregate was found to be of high quality.
5. The aggregate was carefully selected for its durability.

(As a noun)

Aggregate ( noun )

Composed of a mixture of minerals separable by mechanical means.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin aggregat- "added to", from the verb aggregare, from ad- "to" + grex, greg- "a herd".

Examples:

1. The construction materials consisted of an aggregate of sand, gravel and crushed rock.
2. The aggregate of minerals formed the foundation of the building.
3. The aggregate used in the construction was tested for its strength.
4. The aggregate was found to be of high quality.
5. The aggregate was carefully selected for its durability.