Definitions for: Ashlar

[n] a rectangular block of hewn stone used for building purposes

Webster (1913) Definition: Ash"lar, Ashler Ash"ler, n. [OE. ascheler, achiler,
OF. aiseler, fr. aiselle, dim. of ais plank, fr. L. axis,
assis, plank, axle. See Axle.]
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.

See Also: building block, stone

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