row of bricks
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Definition
Noun A continuous line of bricks laid side-by-side, typically forming a single horizontal layer in a wall or other masonry structure. This line is usually straight and is a fundamental building unit.
Usage
A "row of bricks" refers to the specific arrangement of bricks. It is a countable noun phrase. - It describes a single, complete horizontal layer within a larger brick construction. - It emphasizes the linear, sequential placement of the individual units.
Examples
- The mason carefully laid the first row of bricks on the fresh mortar.
- You can see where the old wall ends; the color changes after the tenth row of bricks.
- Each row of bricks was perfectly aligned, showing the builder's skill.
Advanced Usage
- "A row of bricks" can be used metaphorically to describe anything arranged in a similar, rigidly linear fashion.
- The new apartment buildings stood like identical rows of bricks along the street.
Variants and Related Words
- Course (of bricks) (n): A technical synonym in masonry, specifically meaning a continuous horizontal layer of bricks, stones, or similar building units.
- Brickwork (n): The overall structure or product of building with bricks.
- Header course (n): A row of bricks laid so that the short end (header) is visible on the face of the wall.
- Stretcher course (n): A row of bricks laid so that the long side (stretcher) is visible on the face of the wall.
Synonyms
- Course
- Line of bricks
- Layer of bricks
Related Phrases
- To lay a row of bricks: The action of placing the bricks to form the row.
- It took all morning to lay that single row of bricks.
- A bond (n): In masonry, the pattern in which rows (courses) of bricks are arranged (e.g., running bond, Flemish bond).
Noun
- a course of bricks place next to each other (usually in a straight line)