bricklayer
Translation
bricklayer
Examples
The bricklayer is building a new wall.
The bricklayer is building a new wall.
It takes skill to be a good bricklayer.
It takes skill to be a good bricklayer.
Grammar Patterns
((a bricklayer)) a person whose job is to build walls, houses, and other structures with bricks The bricklayer is building a new wall.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mason, stonemason
Etymology
A compound word: 'brick' + 'layer' (one who lays things). Someone who lays bricks.
Memory Tips
Literally a person who 'lays bricks'. Break the word into its two parts to remember the meaning.