Cobblestone
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɑbl̩ˌstoʊn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cobblestone is a noun meaning (countable) A rounded stone from a river bed, fit for use as ballast in ships and for paving roads.
Meaning
(countable) A rounded stone from a river bed, fit for use as ballast in ships and for paving roads.
More Meanings
- (uncountable) Cobblestones viewed as a building or paving material.
Example Sentences
The road was paved in cobblestone.
In restless dreams I walked alone / Narrow streets of cobblestone
Word Forms
- cobblestones
- cobble-stone
Synonyms for cobblestone
Depending on context, synonyms include cobble, sett, paved, cobblestoned.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include paved, cobble, sett, cobble-stone, roundstone, gravel.
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