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cobblestone

noun cob·ble·stone \ˈkä-bəl-ˌstōn\

: a round stone that is used in paving streets

Full Definition of COBBLESTONE

:  a naturally rounded stone larger than a pebble and smaller than a boulder; especially :  such a stone used in paving a street or in construction
cob·ble·stoned \-ˌstōnd\ adjective
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Origin of COBBLESTONE

Middle English, from cobble- (probably from cob) + stone
First Known Use: 15th century
COBBLESTONE Defined for Kids

cobblestone

noun cob·ble·stone \ˈkä-bəl-ˌstōn\

Definition of COBBLESTONE for Kids

:  a rounded stone used especially in the past to pave streets

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