masonry

noun

ma·​son·​ry ˈmā-sᵊn-rē 

plural masonries

1

a

: something constructed of materials used by masons

b

: the art, trade, or occupation of a mason

c

: work done by a mason

2

Masonry : freemasonry

Examples of masonry in a Sentence

a structure built of masonry

Recent Examples on the Web

Purchase a masonry cleaning solution that includes degreasing solid agents or agents that remove plant staining and mold. — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026

On their way in, crews had to clear debris from multiple floors; aside from chunks of concrete, masonry and flooring, obstacles included a bathroom sink and toilet that had tumbled down from above. — Mery Mogollón, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026

The porch provides shelter from the elements and frames views of the water and the ruins of an old masonry boathouse that dominate the vista. — Fred Albert, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

Kotagiri was once a hill station from the British era, and that’s why many of its older houses feature the same heavy stone masonry. — New Atlas, 3 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for masonry

• freemasonry

Kids Definition

masonry

noun

ma·​son·​ry ˈmās-ᵊn-rē 

plural masonries

1

: something built of stone, brick, or concrete

2

: the art, trade, or occupation of a mason

3

: the work done by a mason