Definition of brickwork

The word "brickwork" has its origins in the late 14th century. During this time, bricklaying was a prominent trade, and craftsmen who worked with bricks were referred to as "bricke-workers" or "bricke-makers". The term "bricke-work" eventually emerged to describe the process of constructing buildings using bricks. The word is derived from the Old English words "brike" (brick or bricklayer) and "wyrk" (work or labour). Over time, the spelling changed to "brickwork", and the term became synonymous with the art of laying bricks and constructing structures using this building material. Today, the term "brickwork" encompasses not only the construction process but also the aesthetics of brick-laid structures, including patterns, designs, and architectural styles.