Meaning & Definition of word "Brick"

Brick

/brɪk/

1. A small rectangular block typically made of fired or sun-dried clay, used for building.
- Example: The walls of the house were constructed from red brick.
2. A solid object used as a projectile or for support.
- Example: He threw a brick through the window in a moment of rage.
3. An object resembling a brick, especially one used in technology, such as a portable electronic device.
- Example: My old phone felt like a brick compared to the slim models available today.

1. To build with bricks.
- Example: They will brick the new extension to match the existing structure.

1. Having the qualities of a brick, such as solidity or durability.
- Example: He had a brick-like demeanor, unyielding and tough.

Middle English brik, from Old French brice, perhaps of Germanic origin.

brick by brick:

Gradually and systematically building or developing something.

to drop a brick:

To make an indiscreet remark.

to play with bricks:

To engage in creative activities, often used in children's context.

bricklayer:

A person who lays bricks.

brickwork:

Masonry constructed of bricks.

brickbat:

A piece of brick used as a weapon.

Meaning: A significant amount of money.

Example Sentence: That new car costs a brick.

Meaning: To render or make something unusable, especially electronics.

Example Sentence: I accidentally bricked my laptop while trying to update it.