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masons

UK //ˈmeɪs(ə)nz//US //ˈmeɪsənz//

词源

源自中古英语 'mason',来自古法语 'masson',可能源自日耳曼语或拉丁语 'machio'(石匠)。

noun

❶ 指石匠或砖瓦匠,专门从事石材或砖块的切割、堆砌和建筑工作的工匠。

“The masons built a beautiful stone wall around the garden.”

(石匠们在花园周围砌了一堵漂亮的石墙。)

“In medieval times, masons were highly respected for their skills.”

(在中世纪,石匠因其技艺而备受尊敬。)

❶ 指共济会成员,一个国际性的兄弟会组织,强调道德、慈善和互助。

“Many famous historical figures were masons.”

(许多著名的历史人物都是共济会成员。)

“The masons held a secret meeting in the lodge last night.”

(共济会成员昨晚在会所举行了一次秘密会议。)

同义词:stonemasons, freemasons, builders, craftsmen, bricklayers

常见短语

Freemasons — 指共济会成员,通常用于强调其组织性和兄弟情谊。

“The Freemasons have a long history of philanthropy.”

(共济会有着悠久的慈善传统。)

masons' lodge — 共济会的会所,是成员举行会议和活动的地方。

“The masons' lodge is located in the center of town.”

(共济会会所位于镇中心。)