tektosi

/tɛktɒsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term for a type of ancient Egyptian stonework or masonry featuring a combination of stone and brick.

“The archaeologist specialized in the study of tektosi, an ancient technique used to construct monumental buildings.”

Synonyms

  • Egyptian stonework
  • ancient masonry

Antonyms

  • contemporary architecture
  • modern construction