brickwork

noun

brick·​work ˈbrik-ˌwərk How to pronounce brickwork (audio)
: work of or with bricks and mortar

Examples of brickwork in a Sentence

Some of the brickwork is in need of repair.
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Its warm brickwork and modest scale feel far removed from the monumental government architecture found in many national capitals. — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026 The petals of flowers and the brickwork on buildings in the old distillery district are full of crisp detail, and the footage is consistently smooth thanks to the gimbal stabilization. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 30 July 2026 The pale beige brickwork that surrounds the home’s four fireplaces likewise invokes the dunes. — Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 25 June 2026 Outside, a landscaped terrace with original brickwork features native, medicinal plants and herbs for a true meditative essence. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for brickwork

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of brickwork was in the 15th century

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“Brickwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brickwork. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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brickwork

noun
brick·​work ˈbrik-ˌwərk How to pronounce brickwork (audio)
: work made of bricks and mortar

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