flagstone
noun
flag·stone
| \ ˈflag-ˌstōn
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plural flagstones
Definition of flagstone
: a hard stone with uniform internal layers that split easily into flat pieces suitable for paving
We chose flagstone for the walkway. flagstone steps
also
: a piece of such stone
The patio is paved with flagstones.
— called also flag
Examples of flagstone in a Sentence
a walkway paved with flagstones
Recent Examples on the Web
Out back, a covered flagstone patio adjoins a swimming pool and spa. — Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, "Sandra Bullock’s former Hollywood Hills home goes up for lease at $22,000 a month," 22 Aug. 2019 New updates in the kitchen add a modern touch, and the outdoor space includes a rooftop deck, outdoor shower, and over 1,000 square feet of decking and flagstone patio. — Megan Barber, Curbed, "Mountain retreat with midcentury touches asks $1.5M," 19 Aug. 2019 The nearly half-acre grounds also hold a lounge lined with turf and a forested flagstone patio. — Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, "Josh Hutcherson’s Midcentury treehouse seeks $3.5 million in Hollywood Hills," 5 Aug. 2019 Hard surface materials such as decomposed granite, flagstone, lava gravel and natural mulches can also be used along with shade-loving shrubs, ferns and other plants. — Howard Garrett, Dallas News, "Can't grow grass in your shady yard? Try these pretty groundcovers," 23 July 2019 Split-level living spaces are awash in a vibrant mix of flagstone, brick and wood. — Los Angeles Times, "Hot Property: David Arquette to go a couple rounds in the real estate market," 20 July 2019 Made of tough granite, flagstone or other stone, pavers require little maintenance and prevent water from pooling. — Daniel Bortz, Washington Post, "The pros and cons of 6 driveway materials," 3 July 2019 An outsize pergola provides diffuse light over the flagstone patio while the amazing terraced garden beds feature drought-tolerant ornamental species along with a profusion of fruit trees and vegetable plantings. — Bang Staff And Correspondents, The Mercury News, "Sponsored: Casual elegance infuses this modern Mediterranean," 1 July 2019 Dog owners typically go down a set of wooden stairs, walk across a ravine bridge and continue down a flagstone path to the beach. — Karen Berkowitz, chicagotribune.com, "Park District of Highland Park closes dog beach because of safety concerns," 27 June 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'flagstone.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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flagstone
noun
English Language Learners Definition of flagstone
: a hard, flat piece of stone that is used for making paths
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