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Vocabulary Entry
stone
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A hard, solid substance found in the earth, often used in construction or as a material for tools.
Example Sentences
"The necklace was made of a beautiful green stone."
"The archaeologists discovered ancient tools made from stone."
"They built their home using local stone from the nearby quarry."
V
verb
To throw stones at someone or something.
Example Sentences
"The children began to stone the old tree with small rocks."
"During the protest, some individuals chose to stone the windows of the building."
"In ancient times, people would stone those who broke the law."
A
adjective
Made of or resembling stone; hard and solid.
Example Sentences
"The statue had a stone finish that made it look very realistic."
"He had a stone face, showing no emotion at the news."
"The garden was adorned with stone benches and pathways."