Brickhood

/ˈbrɪkhʊd/ noun

Definition

The state, quality, or condition of being brick-like or having the characteristics of a brick, or membership in a community of brickmakers.

Etymology

From 'brick' plus '-hood' (a suffix indicating state, condition, or community). The '-hood' suffix comes from Old English and appears in words like childhood and neighborhood.

Kelly Says

Historically, brickhood as a community identity was significant in factory towns—brickmakers often formed close-knit social groups with their own traditions, because brick-making was dangerous work requiring skilled craftspeople.

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