masonry

/ˈmeɪsənri/
noun
  1. The craft or trade of building with stone, brick, or concrete blocks.
    • The masonry on the bridge has held up well after many years.
    • He took a class in masonry to learn how to build a brick wall.
    • Masonry is one of the oldest construction trades in the world.
  2. A structure built of stone, brick, or concrete blocks.
    • They repaired the damaged masonry after the earthquake.
    • The garden's masonry includes a stone bench and a brick pathway.
    • The old masonry of the castle walls was covered in ivy.
  3. The secret fraternal organization known as Freemasonry.
    • Some famous historical figures were part of Masonry.
    • He became a member of the Masonry lodge in his town.
    • Masonry has many symbols and rituals that are kept private.