masonry

Noun
Synonyms: FreemasonryMasonry

WordNet 3.0

Noun (3)

  1. structure built of stone or brick by a mason
  2. Freemasons collectivelySynonyms: FreemasonryMasonry
  3. the craft of a mason
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Masonry \Ma"son*ry\, n. [F. ma[,c]onnerie.]

1.The art or occupation of a mason. [1913 Webster]

2.The work or performance of a mason; as, good or bad masonry; skillful masonry. [1913 Webster]

3.That which is built by a mason; anything constructed of the materials used by masons, such as stone, brick, tiles, or the like. Dry masonry is applied to structures made without mortar. [1913 Webster]

4.The craft, institution, or mysteries of Freemasons; freemasonry. [1913 Webster]

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