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

Earlier inspections showed that moisture had reached the building’s structural concrete masonry walls, while exposed steel supporting the lifeguard observation deck showed visual signs of corrosion. —Karen Kucher, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026

The home features original tile, oak floors and decorative ironwork and masonry. —Camila Gomez, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026

Cordless rotary hammer for concrete and masonry. —Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 25 Mar. 2026

Lime was utilized in masonry bonding and surface finishing, so the exceptional find that has inspired locals to visit the site has opened a door onto the building blocks of the city, quite literally, the material and the methods that brought it to life. —Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 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