What is another word for perpends?
Pronunciation: [pˈɜːpəndz] (IPA) 
Perpends is a term used in masonry to refer to the vertical joints or edges between bricks or stones in a wall. Synonyms for perpends include the more colloquial terms like vertical joints, vertical seams and vertical edges. Other synonyms include quarries, quions, joggles, quarrions, and jeffries. While these words may not be commonly used in everyday language, they are essential terms for the construction industry. Understanding the meaning and proper use of these terms is important for masons and anyone working in the building and construction industry. These synonyms give us a deeper appreciation for the precision and attention to detail required in construction work.
