ashlar Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a rectangular block of hewn stone used for building purposes

WordNet

Ash"lar, Ash"ler noun (Also<
  • Ashlar
  • Ashler
)
Etymology
OE. ascheler, achiler, OF. aiseler, fr. aiselle, dim. of ais plank, fr. L. axis, assis, plank, axle. See Axle.
Definitions
  1. (Masonry) (a) Hewn or squared stone; also, masonry made of squared or hewn stone.
    Rough ashlar, a block of freestone as brought from the quarry. When hammer-dressed it is known as common ashlar. Knight.
    (b) In the United States especially, a thin facing of squared and dressed stone upon a wall of rubble or brick. Knight.

Webster 1913