Mandarin:
波特兰水泥

Explanation in English Language (EN):
A hydraulic cement widely used in construction, made by grinding clinker with a small amount of gypsum.

Explanation in Mandarin (ZH):
广泛用于建筑的水硬性水泥，由熟料与少量石膏研磨而成。

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