Bricklaying: meaning, definitions and examples
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bricklaying
[ ˈbrɪkˌleɪɪŋ ]
construction
The activity of laying bricks to construct a wall, building, or other structure.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Bricklaying requires precision and skill.
- The art of bricklaying has been practiced for centuries.
Translations
Translations of the word "bricklaying" in other languages:
🇵🇹 alvenaria
🇮🇳 ईंट बिछाना
🇩🇪 Mauerarbeit
🇮🇩 pekerjaan bata
🇺🇦 мурування
🇵🇱 murowanie
🇯🇵 レンガ積み
🇫🇷 maçonnerie
🇪🇸 albañilería
🇹🇷 duvarcılık
🇰🇷 벽돌 쌓기
🇸🇦 بناء بالطوب
🇨🇿 zdění
🇸🇰 murovanie
🇨🇳 砌砖
🇸🇮 zidanje
🇮🇸 múrarvinnu
🇰🇿 кірпіш қалау
🇬🇪 აგურის წყობა
🇦🇿 kərpic qoyma
🇲🇽 albañilería
Word origin
The practice of bricklaying dates back thousands of years to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Mesopotamians. The use of bricks as a building material revolutionized construction techniques, allowing for more durable and versatile structures. Bricklaying has remained a fundamental skill in the construction industry, evolving with advancements in tools and techniques over time.
See also: brick, bricklayer, brickwork.