mason

Meanings

• noun

  A person whose trade is the construction, repair, or decoration of structures with stone, brick, or concrete.

• noun

  A member of a secret fraternal organization, especially one of the Freemasons.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈmeɪsən/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mason
chason , laser , razor

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Variants

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mason , masons , Charles Mason , Mason , George Mason , mason jar , mason jars , mason wasp , mason wasps , Mason City , Mason-Dixon Line , Lyon , Mary Lyon , Mary Mason Lyon , Mason Locke Weems , Weems

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Etymology

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Old French masoun, from mas, a stone. A builder, especially of stone.

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Trivia

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1. The Great Pyramids of Egypt were built by masons around 2560 BC.

2. The first recorded use of the term 'mason' was in the 13th century.

3. The Freemasons are known for their secret handshakes and passwords.

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Related Concepts

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1. Stonemason: A worker who constructs, repairs, or decorates structures using stone.

2. Freemasonry: A fraternal organization that originated from the stonemason trade guilds. Members of Freemasonry are known for their symbolism and secretive rituals.

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Culture

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Masons have a rich cultural history dating back thousands of years. They are known for their intricate stonework and symbolism, which has been used in various forms of architecture, art, and literature. In modern times, Freemasonry has become a secretive fraternal organization, with members belonging to various lodges and chapters worldwide.

How to Memorize "mason"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person skillfully working with stones to build or repair structures.
   - Visualize the intricate designs and patterns etched into stone by a mason's chisel.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mason' with 'stone' and 'construction'.
   - Remember that Freemasons are also called 'masons'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Masons Make Amazing Structures' to remember the meaning of 'mason'.
   - Remember that Freemasons are also called 'masons', so use the mnemonic 'Freemasons Frequently Flaunt Fabulous Freemasonry' to remember the association.

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