Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cowan

noun

/ˈkaʊ.ən/

Definition

A person who builds dry stone walls or who is a mason working with stone.

Examples

The old man was known as a cowan in the village, contributing to various local projects.
As a cowan, she learned the subtle art of stacking stones without mortar.

Meaning

The term ‘cowan’ often refers to someone who is not skilled in masonry but still participates in the construction of stone structures, particularly dry stone walls.