1. masonry(n = noun.artifact) - structure built of stone or brick by a mason;
is a kind of construction, structure
has particulars: brickwork, dry masonry, stonework
2. masonry(n = noun.group) freemasonry - Freemasons collectively;
is a kind of secret society
3. masonry(n = noun.act) - the craft of a mason;
is a kind of craft, trade
is a part of building, construction
has particulars: bricklaying
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.
4. The craft, institution, or mysteries of Freemasons; freemasonry. [1913 Webster]
masonry, n.
1 a the work of a mason. b stonework.
2 (Masonry) Freemasonry.
Etymology:
ME f. OF ma{ccedil}onerie (as MASON)