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

But for all of that, after the masonry and concrete of Westminster have fallen, there’s no real sense of what’s to come next, how a new society is to arise when the fireworks cool and the Tchaikovsky is silent. — Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2026

Students competed individually and in teams in trades including plumbing, drywall, carpentry and masonry. — Brian Unger, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026

Most of the new towers remain concrete structures, but they’re now typically clad in glass, metal or masonry, and the frame — while expressed — is generally whipped up into a more interesting confection than Mies would have tolerated. — Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026

The handsome brick masonry, a substantial chimney on the left side of the home, along with the large windows and an inviting front door, are impressive and welcoming. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 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