marble
|mar-ble|
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/ˈmɑːr.bəl/
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/ˈmɑː.bəl/
hard, polished stone
Etymology
'marble' originates from the Old French word 'marbre', which came from the Latin word 'marmor', meaning 'shining stone'.
'marmor' transformed into the Old French word 'marbre', and eventually became the modern English word 'marble'.
Initially, it meant 'shining stone', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a type of hard stone used for sculpture and building'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of hard, usually highly polished stone used for sculpture and as a building material.
The statue was carved from a single block of marble.
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Noun 2
a small, round glass or stone ball used in children's games.
He collected marbles of different colors.
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Last updated: 2025/06/01 17:38