Meaning of the word screed in English

What does screed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

screed

US /skriːd/
UK /skriːd/

Noun

1.

a long discourse or essay, especially a tedious one

Example:
He delivered a lengthy screed against the government's new policies.
The editor refused to publish his angry screed.
2.

a layer of material, such as cement or concrete, applied to a surface to provide a smooth, level base

Example:
The builders laid a concrete screed before tiling the floor.
A self-leveling screed was used to create a perfectly flat surface.