Found 2 items, similar to ashlar.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: ashlar ashlar n : a rectangular block of hewn stone used for building purposes
English → English (gcide) Definition: Ashlar Ashlar \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. [1913 Webster] Rough ashlar, a block of freestone as brought from the quarry. When hammer-dressed it is known as common ashlar. --Knight. [1913 Webster] (b) In the United States especially, a thin facing of squared and dressed stone upon a wall of rubble or brick. --Knight. [1913 Webster]