Bahasa Melayu
laterit
English
laterite
A reddish, clay-like soil that becomes hard when dry and is sometimes used for building.
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Jalan kampung itu masih ditutup dengan laterit merah.
The village road was still covered with red laterite.
Laterit keras apabila kering dan sesuai untuk asas binaan.
Laterite becomes hard when dry and is suitable for building foundations.
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laterit
It refers to a reddish soil that hardens when dry.
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