gunite

noun

gun·​ite ˈgə-ˌnīt How to pronounce gunite (audio)
: a building material consisting of a mixture of cement, sand, and water that is sprayed onto a mold

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The grounds feature a gunite swimming pool, wildflower gardens and wooded areas that create a secluded setting. Thomas Westerholm, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026 The nearly two-acre property includes a heated gunite saltwater pool facing the ocean. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2026 But the city’s funds fell short of the steep cost to remove the pile of rubble, which has remained covered in a concrete spray called gunite in the heart of downtown for more than a year. Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 22 Jan. 2026 Two kitchens, two primary suites, and a heated gunite swimming pool are among the home’s impressive amenities. Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 30 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for gunite

Word History

Etymology

from Gunite, a trademark

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gunite was in 1914

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“Gunite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gunite. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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