What does STONE mean?

Stone 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb, Adjective

2. Definitions

• a hard, solid non-metallic mineral matter of which rock is made, especially as a building material.
• a small piece of rock found on the ground.
• to throw stones at.
• to remove the stone from (a fruit).
• of or relating to stone as a material.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /stoʊn/
• UK: /stəʊn/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "stone" comes from the Old English word "stan," which means "hard, durable material." It has been used for centuries as a building material, and is also commonly found in nature. The verb form of "stone" is used to describe the act of throwing stones, while the adjective form is used to describe something made of or resembling stone.

5. Synonyms

• rock
• boulder
• pebble
• gemstone
• mineral

6. Related Words

• bones
• clast
• flint
• gravel
• marble

7. Example Sentences

• The castle was built from stone.
• He picked up a stone from the ground and threw it into the lake.
• The angry mob stoned the accused thief.
• She carefully stoned the cherries before making the pie.
• The stone statue stood tall in the garden.