stonework
noun
stone·work
ˈstōn-ˌwərk 
Examples of stonework in a Sentence
The stonework on this house is over 100 years old.
Recent Examples on the Web
The stonework around the bottom of the tower is meant to replicate Japanese castle walls.
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Steve Brown, Dallas News, 30 June 2023
For the last four years, Japanese artisans collaborated with architects, engineers, and construction workers to mindfully recreate the wood and stonework of the building, and the tiling and plasterwork of the roof, paying special attention to honor the cultural traditions.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
The Most Unique Airbnb in Every U.S. State The main pool sits just outside the back patio of the home and is surrounded by stunning stonework and lush greenery.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
The main residence has a cozy yet contemporary vibe thanks to tons of natural wood and gorgeous stonework.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2023
It was painted gray and tan, with stonework around the door and a bed of tulips.
—Michelle Theriault Boots, Anchorage Daily News, 22 July 2023
Courtesy image The home has custom millwork and stonework, herringbone floors, a high-end kitchen with waterfall eat-in island, and a living room with glass French doors to a private garden patio.
—The Week Staff, The Week, 21 May 2023
Some are very modern, made of glass and stonework, designed by famous architects like Javier Sordo Madaleno, with long private and gated driveways.
—Alyssa Shelasky, Curbed, 9 Jan. 2023
The complexity of the stonework draws viewers' immediate attention, adding to the rustic atmosphere of the room.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2023
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Steve Brown, Dallas News, 30 June 2023
For the last four years, Japanese artisans collaborated with architects, engineers, and construction workers to mindfully recreate the wood and stonework of the building, and the tiling and plasterwork of the roof, paying special attention to honor the cultural traditions.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
The Most Unique Airbnb in Every U.S. State The main pool sits just outside the back patio of the home and is surrounded by stunning stonework and lush greenery.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
The main residence has a cozy yet contemporary vibe thanks to tons of natural wood and gorgeous stonework.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2023
It was painted gray and tan, with stonework around the door and a bed of tulips.
—Michelle Theriault Boots, Anchorage Daily News, 22 July 2023
Courtesy image The home has custom millwork and stonework, herringbone floors, a high-end kitchen with waterfall eat-in island, and a living room with glass French doors to a private garden patio.
—The Week Staff, The Week, 21 May 2023
Some are very modern, made of glass and stonework, designed by famous architects like Javier Sordo Madaleno, with long private and gated driveways.
—Alyssa Shelasky, Curbed, 9 Jan. 2023
The complexity of the stonework draws viewers' immediate attention, adding to the rustic atmosphere of the room.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2023
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First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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The first known use of stonework was
before the 12th century
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“Stonework.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stonework. Accessed 3 Oct. 2023.
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