Definition:
In reference to stone walls, "dry-wall" (or "drywall") is construction wherein the stones are not held together by mortar. Dry-wall construction requires greater precision in the way stones are stacked than does mortared-wall construction, since proper placement alone keeps the wall intact.
The equivalent term for installing stone pavers to build a patio or walkway is "dry-laid." Also notice that the term, "drywall," used in the context of indoor construction, refers to something totally different: namely, the type of panel sometimes referred to as "gypsum board."
Alternate Spellings: drywall, dry-wall
Examples:
I prefer the appearance of a dry-wall stone wall, because I don't find mortared joints attractive.
