stone
/stəʊn/ · /stoʊn/
CEFR level A2Topic NatureWord #1703 in the learning path
石头；石料
Definitions
n. Hard natural material from the ground, or a piece of it.
石头；石料
n. A hard mass that forms inside an organ.
结石
n. The hard central part of some fruits containing the seed.
果核
Example
She picked up a smooth stone beside the lake.
她在湖边捡起了一块光滑的石头。
Buildings constructed from local stone can preserve regional character and reduce the environmental costs of transporting materials.
使用当地石料建造的建筑可以保留地域特色，并降低运输建材带来的环境成本。
Collocations
- made of stone
- precious stone
- kidney stone
- a stone wall
Word family
- stony (adj.)
- stonemason (n.)
Usage tip
石料用不可数stone；一块石头用a stone。
FAQ
- What does stone mean?
- Hard natural material from the ground, or a piece of it. A hard mass that forms inside an organ. The hard central part of some fruits containing the seed.
- How is stone pronounced?
- UK /stəʊn/, US /stoʊn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
