plasterwork

noun

plas·​ter·​work ˈpla-stər-ˌwərk 

: plastering often ornate in design used to finish architectural constructions

Examples of plasterwork in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The color palette is said to have been inspired by the lagoon and mixed with inspiration from Venice’s marble facades, plasterwork and architecture through the use of celadon greens, soft blues, terracotta, ochre and powder pink. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026

The maison de maître, a traditional French country house, features ornamental plasterwork, Rognes stone details, and wood paneling that underscore its traditional character. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2026

According to a report by United24, the Ukrainian government–run platform, the fire destroyed the museum’s historic plasterwork, parquet flooring, furniture, and books, as well as the building’s electrical and heating infrastructure. — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 24 Aug. 2026

The plasterwork and finishes were restored to match the original color palette and design. — Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 25 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for plasterwork

• bodywork
• handiwork
• ironwork
• latticework
• masterwork
• metalwork
• needlework
• openwork
• overwork
• paperwork
• subnetwork
• telework