Urugan
/jv/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (JV).Definition & Context
NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
Material consisting of a mixture of “soil”, “sand”, or “stone” used to backfill or raise an area. This term often refers to filler material for construction or land leveling.
Synonyms & Variants
bahan timbun
Any material used as filler to backfill or raise ground level.
tanah urug
A more specific term for backfill material that is soil.
timbunan
Is the standard Indonesian equivalent for 'urugan'.
urukan
Material in the form of a mixture of soil, sand, or stone used to fill or raise an area. This term often refers to filler material for construction or land leveling.
Usage Notes or Etymology
Urugan is a common term used in Javanese to refer to backfill material. The word originates from the verb urug, meaning 'to backfill' or 'to fill'. The suffix -an at the end of the word indicates the result or object of the action, so urugan literally means 'the result of backfilling' or 'something that is backfilled'. The use of this word is very common in the context of construction, agriculture, or land arrangement in the Javanese region.
Real-world Usage
Urugan'e wis teka durung? (Material urugan itu sudah datang belum?)
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.