pit mortar
now historical
noun
1A large mortar formed by excavating a hollow in the ground; specifically one used in papermaking for grinding material to a smooth pulp.
2 Regional sticky gravel used as mortar.
Origin
Late 17th century; earliest use found in John Houghton (1645–1705), pharmacist and author.
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