Stucco: meaning, definitions and examples

Repeating 'stucco' in the list could be a mistake. It's already described above.

• Please refer to the first 'stucco' entry.

Used in construction for coating walls and ceilings. It's also used in medicine for creating casts for broken bones.

• He applied plaster to the walls before painting them.
• The doctor put a plaster cast on her broken leg.

Used in construction to refer to a coat of plaster or cement applied to improve appearance or to protect the surface. Often used for external walls.

• The old house was rendered to give it a fresh look.
• They applied a smooth render to the exterior walls.

Refers to building structures from individual units, which are often laid in and bound together by mortar. Commonly used in construction involving bricks, stones, or concrete blocks.

• Masonry work requires skilled labor.
• The garden wall was rebuilt using masonry techniques.

Repeated to underline its common use in both exterior and interior applications where the finish is less about artistry and more about functionality and durability.

• The modern building was finished with sleek stucco to blend into the urban landscape.
• Stucco was applied to the walls to improve insulation and reduce noise.

Used when referring to intricate and artistic plaster designs that can be used on walls or ceilings inside buildings. Often discussed in the context of interior design and restoration.

• The ornate decorative plasterwork on the ceiling was a highlight of the Victorian-era design.
• She hired a specialist to restore the decorative plasterwork in the old mansion.

Similar to 'decorative plasterwork', emphasizing the ornamental and aesthetic function of plaster in interiors. It suggests detailed and artistic craftsmanship.

• The ballroom featured ornamental plaster that depicted scenes from ancient mythology.
• Artisans crafted the ornamental plaster to match the historical style of the period.