brickwork

noun

brick·​work ˈbrik-ˌwərk 

: work of or with bricks and mortar

Examples of brickwork in a Sentence

Some of the brickwork is in need of repair.

Recent Examples on the Web

Deep shadows settle into the brickwork on each building, giving every texture a sense of depth missing from the original release, and the flicker from fires makes even lonely alleyways feel alive with action as flames lick and light and shadow dance around dynamically. —Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025

Custom hickory floors, intricate brickwork, bay windows and beamed ceilings enhance the vintage 1930s charm, while the house also offers modern comforts courtesy of Gregg Abel Design and Construction. —Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 17 June 2025

Turrets, undulating brickwork and roof shingles are his trademark, too. —David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 14 June 2025

Even in its haphazard state—with new walls plastered over some of the 1830s brickwork and half-finished hardwood flooring—the Diller Scofidio + Renfro alum could see the potential. —Jennifer Fernandez, Architectural Digest, 22 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for brickwork

• artwork
• beadwork
• berserk
• breastwork
• brushwork
• casework
• classwork
• clockwork
• coursework
• ductwork
• earthwork
• falsework

Kids Definition

brickwork

noun

brick·​work ˈbrik-ˌwərk 

: work made of bricks and mortar