Freemason

noun

Free·​ma·​son ˈfrē-ˈmā-sᵊn How to pronounce Freemason (audio)
: a member of a major fraternal organization called Free and Accepted Masons or Ancient Free and Accepted Masons that has certain secret rituals

Examples of Freemason in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Maybe all of our future Zoom meetings will begin with pre-determined signs and gestures that would make Freemasons look like beginners. Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 7 Sep. 2024 Though not associated with any particular political ideology, Freemasons loomed large in the politics of the 1700s. Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 13 June 2024 Bruckner is also involved with philanthropy through his membership with the Freemason, Shriner and Elks organizations. Claudia Levens, Journal Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2024 Macho Androgyny Image Fond of elaborate costumes that question traditional gender roles (flamboyant Freemason, tap-dancing satyr), Barney has worn skirts and dresses in his art (left) — walking so that Harry Styles and Timothée Chalamet (right) could run. M.h. Miller, New York Times, 15 May 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Freemason was in 1646

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“Freemason.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Freemason. Accessed 10 Oct. 2024.

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