Stone
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/stoʊn/
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/stəʊn/
(stone)
hard rock
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stone' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'stān', where 'stān' meant 'stone'.
Historical Evolution
'stān' changed from Old English word 'stān' and eventually became the modern English word 'stone'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a piece of rock', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a hard, solid non-metallic mineral matter of which rock is made, especially as a building material.
The house was built of stone.
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Last updated: 2025/04/04 20:08