mason Definition
- 1a person who works with stone, brick, or concrete, typically in the construction of buildings
- 2a member of a secret society, especially one involved in political intrigue
Using mason: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mason" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The mason is building a wall with bricks.
Example
He worked as a mason for many years.
Example
The cathedral was built by skilled masons.
mason Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for mason
- builder
- stonemason
- bricklayer
- concrete worker
Phrases with mason
a member of an international fraternal and charitable organization with secret rites and signs
Example
My grandfather was a free mason and he used to attend their meetings regularly.
a glass jar with a screw top and usually a capacity of one pint or more, used for preserving fruits and vegetables
Example
She stored the homemade jam in a mason jar.
a solitary bee that nests in pre-existing cavities such as woodpecker holes and hollow stems
Example
Mason bees are important pollinators for fruit trees and other crops.
Origins of mason
from Old French 'masson', from a Germanic word meaning 'a worker in stone'
Summary: mason in Brief
A 'mason' [ˈmeɪsən] is a person who works with stone, brick, or concrete, typically in the construction of buildings. It can also refer to a member of a secret society involved in political intrigue. Examples include 'The mason is building a wall with bricks.' and 'The cathedral was built by skilled masons.' Phrases include 'free mason,' 'mason jar,' and 'mason bee.'
