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    Maçonnerie (en. Masonry)

    /masɔneʁi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Activity of construction using non-prefabricated materials.
    Masonry is essential for building strong walls.
    La maçonnerie est essentielle pour élever des murs solides.
    A set of techniques and methods related to solid construction.
    He received training in masonry to learn the best techniques.
    Il a suivi une formation en maçonnerie pour apprendre les meilleures techniques.
    Structure made of masonry materials.
    This house is built with traditional masonry.
    Cette maison est en maçonnerie traditionnelle.

    Etymology

    The word comes from the Latin 'mānsĭo', meaning 'to build'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to do masonry work
    Practicing the art of construction using masonry materials.
    faire de la maçonnerie
    stone masonry
    Construction primarily done with stone.
    maçonnerie de pierre
    masonry work
    A set of works carried out using masonry techniques.
    travaux de maçonnerie

    Related Words

    mason
    Skilled worker specialized in masonry construction.
    maçon
    concrete
    Mixture of cement, sand, gravel, and water used in masonry.
    béton
    wall
    Vertical support or separation elements made of masonry.
    mur

    Slang Meanings

    To work hard on a construction project.
    He spent the entire weekend doing masonry work on his new house.
    Il a passé tout le week-end à faire de la maçonnerie sur sa nouvelle maison.
    To build or repair something in an informal setting.
    He worked on his terrace like a pro in masonry.
    Il a bricolé sa terrasse comme un pro en maçonnerie.