noun Download 🔗Share A cramp iron inserted into a cavity in order to lift heavy stones; used as a symbol of strength in Freemasonry. Examples : "The stonemason used a lewis to lift the heavy stones for the new school building. " architecture material ritual building Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (by extension) The son of a Freemason, envisaged as assisting his father in heavy work or in old age. Examples : "As John grew older and his carpentry work became more strenuous, his lewis proudly helped him lift heavy lumber and organize the workshop. " family person religion tradition Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A kind of shears used in cropping woollen cloth. Examples : "The textile worker used a lewis to carefully trim the excess wool from the newly woven fabric, ensuring a smooth finish. " utensil machine industry Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
