Ashler

/ˈæʃlər/ noun

Definition

A variant spelling of ashlar; a squared stone used in masonry construction.

Etymology

Alternate form of 'ashlar,' with variant spelling from Middle English and Old French sources. Some regional traditions preferred this spelling.

Kelly Says

Medieval spelling wasn't standardized—the same word appeared as 'ashlar,' 'ashler,' and 'aisseler' in different documents, which makes reading old architectural records like solving a puzzle.

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