noun
- A member of a fraternal organization (Freemasonry) that emphasizes moral and spiritual development through ritual and charitable work.
Usage: Often capitalized when referring to the organization or its members; The organization has a long history dating back to medieval stonemasons
Examples
- My grandfather was a freemason for over 40 years and attended lodge meetings regularly.
- Freemasons are known for their charitable contributions to local communities.
- The freemason symbol appears on the building's cornerstone.
- She became a freemason after being sponsored by a family friend.
- Freemasons trace their origins back to the medieval craft guilds of stonemasons.