English

Etymology
Originally a trade name

Noun
en-noun|sg=sheet rock|-

1. Pre-hardened plaster of Paris (gypsum|gypsum) sold in large panels and used as a wall surface in building construction.

#:In North America, use of sheet rock has virtually replaced plaster and lathe for interior walls in new construction.

Synonyms
(gypsum sheeting for wall surface construction): drywall, wall board

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