stonework

/ˈstoʊnəwɜːrk/

Definitions

1. noun

work done with stone, especially in the construction of buildings, walls, etc.

“The stonework on the old castle was a masterpiece of medieval craftsmanship.”

2. noun

a product or result of stonework, such as a stone wall or a carved stone statue.

“The beautiful stonework in the garden added a touch of elegance to the property.”

3. verb

to make or do work with stone, especially in the construction of buildings, walls, etc.

“The stonemasons spent weeks stoneworking the exterior of the new church.”

Synonyms

  • carving
  • stonecarving
  • stonemasonry

Antonyms

  • drywalling
  • woodwork