de cal y canto — meaning & examples

Meanings:

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  • Firmly built or strongly constructed (literally 'of lime and stone'); used to indicate solid, durable construction.
  • Tightly or securely sealed; closed up so as to be impermeable or impenetrable.

  Examples

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  • La casa está construida de cal y canto, con muros resistentes que durarán décadas.

    The house is built of lime and stone, with sturdy walls that will last for decades.

  • El castillo medieval fue levantado de cal y canto para protegerse de los ataques enemigos.

    The medieval castle was built of lime and stone to protect itself from enemy attacks.

  • La muralla de cal y canto sigue en pie después de siglos, demostrando su sólida construcción.

    The lime and stone wall is still standing after centuries, proving its solid construction.

  • Han reforzado el puente con materiales de cal y canto para garantizar su seguridad.

    They reinforced the bridge with lime and stone materials to ensure its safety.