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Bricked: meaning, definitions and examples

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bricked

 

[brɪkt ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

technology failure

To brick something, especially a device, means to render it completely inoperable or nonfunctional, much like a brick. This commonly occurs with electronic devices such as smartphones or computers when a software update fails, or the device is improperly modified. Once a device is bricked, it often cannot be repaired by the user without professional help. The term is metaphorically derived from the idea that the device is as useful as a brick.

Synonyms

disable, render useless.

Examples of usage

  • My phone got bricked after the update.
  • He accidentally bricked his gaming console.
  • The laptop was bricked due to a failed installation.
  • After the firmware was installed incorrectly, the tablet was bricked.
Context #2 | Adjective

physical state

Describing something as bricked can refer to its physical state, meaning it is composed of or resembles bricks. This term is often used in construction to signify a structure that is made of bricks or brick-like materials. In a broader context, it can describe anything that visually resembles bricks in color or texture.

Synonyms

composed, constructed.

Examples of usage

  • The house was bricked and easily identifiable.
  • He bought a bricked wall for his garden.
  • The building's exterior is bricked.
  • The path was made of bricked tiles.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The term originated in the tech community, referring to devices that became as useless as a brick after a malfunction.
  • It was first widely used in the early 2000s, especially among gamers dealing with video game consoles.

Technology

  • Many smartphones, when a faulty update is applied, can become 'bricked' and require specialized service to fix.
  • Bricking can happen due to hardware failures, software issues, or improper updating procedures.

Gaming Culture

  • In gaming, 'bricking' often refers to consoles that cannot be turned on because of a software failure, usually after a system update.
  • Gamers frequently discuss bricking as a risk with certain modifications and hacks, weighing the excitement against potential failure.

Psychology

  • The feeling of frustration associated with a 'bricked' device parallels the psychological concept of helplessness when users are unable to resolve tech issues.
  • Users often experience anxiety or stress when their devices become bricked, linked to dependence on technology in everyday life.

Literature

  • The term has appeared in various sci-fi texts symbolizing the futility of technology, where advanced devices fail unexpectedly.
  • Writers often use the concept of bricking metaphorically to illustrate characters feeling stuck in their lives or unable to move forward.

Translations

Translations of the word "bricked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bloqueado

🇮🇳 ईंटों से भरा हुआ

🇩🇪 verblüht

🇮🇩 diblokir

🇺🇦 заблокований

🇵🇱 zablokowany

🇯🇵 ブロックされた

🇫🇷 briqué

🇪🇸 bloqueado

🇹🇷 duvar haline getirilmiş

🇰🇷 차단된

🇸🇦 محجوز

🇨🇿 zablokovaný

🇸🇰 zablokovaný

🇨🇳 砖砌的

🇸🇮 zaklenjen

🇮🇸 múruð

🇰🇿 блокталған

🇬🇪 ბლოკირებული

🇦🇿 bloklanmış

🇲🇽 bloqueado

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,702 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.