# Waller

/ˈwɔɫɝ/ (US) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/waller
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a person who builds or repairs stone walls. This is a traditional job often found in the countryside where stone fences are common.

For teachers: a person who builds or repairs walls, specifically dry-stone walls in rural or agricultural contexts.

## Examples

- The waller spent all day stacking stones in the field.
- The local council hired a professional waller to restore the historic boundary markers along the northern ridge.
- A skilled waller understands the weight and balance of every stone, ensuring the structure remains stable for centuries without the need for mortar or cement.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used in British English to refer to specialists in dry-stone masonry.

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