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stone

/stoʊn/
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noun

Simple Meaning

a hard, solid piece of rock, usually small enough to hold in your hand.

When to Use

πŸ’¬Daily Conversation✈️Travel English
Elementary β€” simple everyday language

Examples in Conversation

β€œI found a smooth, flat stone by the river.”

β€œThe path is made of large stones, so be careful walking on it.”

β–ΆFull Definition

A hard, solid non-metallic mineral matter of which rock is made, often used as a building material.

β€œHe skipped a flat stone across the surface of the lake.”

Related Words

Synonyms:
rockpebbleboulder
Word Family:
stonystone wallstone-cold