Glossary

The top500 Glossary

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Floating

Floating is concerned with a method of aligning mortar with the float strips or screeds using a straight edge.

Doe

Doe or nanny is identified as the female goat.

Cap

Cap is a term used for metal or molded closures.

Cathode-ray tube

A cathode-ray tube (CRT) is a special case where this is used to generate a picture on a phosphorous screen.