macizar

Senses

1. 1.

   to fill in (a hollow space)

   to make something solid by filling empty space inside it

2. 2.

   to compact; to pack down

   to press or compress material firmly

3. 3.

   to strengthen; to reinforce

   to make something more solid or sturdy

Examples

• "Decidieron macizar el hueco de la escalera para ganar más espacio."

  They decided to fill in the stairwell opening to gain more space.

• "El constructor macizó las grietas con hormigón."

  The builder packed the cracks with concrete.

• "Es necesario macizar la base antes de construir el muro."

  It is necessary to compact the foundation before building the wall.

Usage

Macizar is a transitive verb commonly used in construction and engineering contexts. It derives from macizo (solid, compact), though it is less frequently used than synonyms like rellenar (to fill) or compactar (to compact). The verb typically appears in formal or technical registers.