Word STONE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

stone

🇺🇸 [stəʊn]

Meanings

A hard, solid, nonmetallic mineral matter that is typically found in the ground. Stones are used in construction, for tools, or as decorative materials. Some types of stone are also used for carving or making sculptures.

Examples

• The path was lined with large stones, making it difficult to walk.
• He picked up a smooth stone from the riverbed.
• The ancient temple was built from massive stones that had been carved by hand.

Synonyms

rock • pebble • boulder

Antonyms

soil • sand • clay