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

In the videos, glass and masonry crackle underfoot, having fallen from the walls and intricate mosaics above. —Emily Feng, NPR, 21 Mar. 2026

Inspired by the helter-skelter brickwork of Chiang Mai's crumbling temples, their façades feature masonry laid in intricate motifs and wooden lattices that create beautiful shadowy patterns when the sun hits. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026

Allison Wright, whose husband owned a stone masonry business with Eric, testified about a February 2019 trip both couples took together. —Minyvonne Burke, NBC news, 17 Mar. 2026

New Chicago town manager Sue Pelfrey launched the project because its 100-year-old town hall sustained several roof leaks and its masonry was crumbling. —Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 13 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