bricklayer
|brick-lay-er|
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/ˈbrɪkˌleɪər/
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/ˈbrɪkˌleɪə/
brick construction worker
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bricklayer' originates from Middle English, specifically the words 'bryke' meaning 'brick' and 'layere' meaning 'one who lays'.
Historical Evolution
'bryke' and 'layere' transformed into the modern English word 'bricklayer'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who lays bricks', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/15 09:59