cobblestone
noun
cob·ble·stone
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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
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Other Words from cobblestone
cobblestoned
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adjective
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adjective
Examples of cobblestone in a Sentence
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The approach of Dorian has left the cobblestone streets of Savannah, Georgia's downtown historic district largely deserted. — Anchorage Daily News, "Dorian, back to a Category 3 hurricane, creeps up US coast," 5 Sep. 2019 Routines here are as well-worn as the cobblestone streets. — Eric Lipton, New York Times, "A Portugal of Pristine Beaches, Tiny Villages and Little Else," 31 Aug. 2019 One of the great pleasures of watching An Officer and a Spy is its masterful technical work, which sweeps the viewer into a packed music hall, a colorful café, down misty cobblestone streets or into the white marble of the Louvre sculpture garden. — Deborah Young, The Hollywood Reporter, "'An Officer and a Spy': Film Review | Venice 2019," 30 Aug. 2019 And when there just isn’t time to hop on a plane and dart to the cobblestone streets of The City of Light for a drink, there’s La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels in downtown Manhattan. — The Plum Guide, Harper's BAZAAR, "Eat Chic: 13 Cozy Wine Bars in NYC to Visit ASAP," 12 Aug. 2019 Another vivid landscape can be seen by walking down Captain's Row, with its cobblestone street and vibrantly painted Federal houses built by 18th century sea captains who docked their ships along Alexandria's wharves. — Patti Nickell, Dallas News, "History comes to life in vibrant Alexandria, Va.," 30 July 2019 In Pittsburgh in 1950, more than two dozen young African-Americans stood stiffly for this group photo on a slick cobblestone street under an encompassing arc of cooling spray. — Cate Mcquaid, BostonGlobe.com, "‘Water’ works prove refreshing at Gallery Kayafas," 24 July 2019 Frigiliana looked like a dreamy movie set of steep, winding cobblestone streets, white-washed houses, and tiled store signs carved into façades like artwork. — Longreads, "An Ocean Away From the Sanctuary of Manhattan, Signs of Peaceful Coexistence," 29 July 2019 Tucked away on a cobblestone street in Old San Juan, El Convento is a former Carmelite convent that dates back to 1646, now with luxury suites, a daily wine and cheese reception, and an outdoor plunge pool. — Regan Stephens, Fortune, "Your Next Getaway: Tulum Is Out, This Island Is in," 27 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'cobblestone.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for cobblestone
cobblestone
noun
English Language Learners Definition of cobblestone
: a round stone that is used in paving streets
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cobblestone
noun
cob·ble·stone
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Kids Definition of cobblestone
: a rounded stone used especially in the past to pave streets