Definition

Describing buildings or structures made from red-colored bricks.

Example

The redbrick university has a beautiful campus with historic buildings.

Conversation

Have you seen the new library on campus?

Yeah, it's that beautiful redbrick building, right?

Exactly! I love how it fits in with the rest of the university.

Me too, it really gives the place a classic feel.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Redbrick is formed from "red" (from Old English "read", meaning the color red) and "brick" (from Old English "bric", meaning a small block of baked clay used for building). The word "redbrick" refers to a type of building made from red-colored bricks, often associated with a specific architectural style.

Memory Tip

Think of the color 'red' and the material 'brick' to remember that 'redbrick' describes buildings made from red bricks.

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