ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Headstone

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈhɛdstoʊn/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Headstone is a noun meaning A gravestone, a grave marker: a monument traditionally made of stone placed at the head of a grave.

Meaning

A gravestone, a grave marker: a monument traditionally made of stone placed at the head of a grave.

More Meanings

  1. The cornerstone or principal stone of a building.

Example Sentences

He called the contractor and ordered a replacement headstone with a new inscription.

Word Forms

Synonyms for headstone

Depending on context, synonyms include tombstone, gravestone, keystone.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include gravestone, tombstone, keystone, tomb, gravesite, grave.

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