Meaning of the word ashlar in English

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ashlar

US /ˈæʃ.lər/
UK /ˈæʃ.lər/
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Noun

1.

finely dressed (cut, worked, and squared) masonry, either an individual stone or a wall built of such stone

Example:
The ancient temple was constructed with perfectly cut ashlar blocks.
The facade of the building was made of smooth, grey ashlar.
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