masonry

Meanings

• noun

  The craft of building, especially with stone, brick, or concrete.

• noun

  A group of people united by a common interest, purpose, or goal, especially one that requires a secret knowledge or bond.

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Synonyms

stonecraft

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with masonry
carnival , marvel , peril , veil

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Variants

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masonries , masonry , Masonry , freemasonries , freemasonry

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Etymology

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From Old French mason 'mason', from mas 'mass' + -on 'person'.

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Trivia

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1. The Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt is the oldest known stone structure built for the purpose of being a tomb.

2. The term 'freemason' comes from the medieval practice of granting masons the freedom to travel from town to town and work on different construction projects.

3. Many famous historical figures, including George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Albert Einstein, were believed to be Freemasons.

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Related Concepts

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1. Bricklaying: The act of constructing a wall, floor, or other structure from bricks, bonded together with mortar.

2. Stonemasonry: The craft of building or shaping structures from natural stone.

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Culture

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Masonry has a rich history dating back thousands of years. It has been used in the construction of some of the world's most famous structures, including the Pyramids of Egypt, the Parthenon in Greece, and the Cathedrals of Europe. Masonry also has a secretive side, with many organizations and societies that use the craft as a basis for their membership and activities.

How to Memorize "masonry"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a group of people in old-fashioned clothing, working together to build a grand structure using large stones.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'stonesetting' or 'stonework' to remember the meaning of masonry.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Masons 'assemble' stones to create structures.

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