English Reference
Noun

brickwork

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate UK /bɹˈɪkwɜːk/ brick·work

n.the work of building with bricks, or the bricks and mortar used to make a wall. It can also mean the skill of a bricklayer.

n.the craft or work of building with bricks, or the bricks and mortar used in such construction. Often used to describe the structural integrity or aesthetic quality of a masonry wall.


SIMPLE

The old house has beautiful red brickwork.

CONTEXTUAL

The architect specified high-quality brickwork to ensure the building could withstand the local climate.

COMPLEX

Restoring the historic facade required a master craftsman with the specific knowledge of traditional brickwork techniques that had fallen out of use in modern construction.

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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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