bluestone

noun

blue·​stone ˈblü-ˌstōn How to pronounce bluestone (audio)
: a building stone of bluish-gray color

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Save the bigger bluestone pavers for a grander outside space. — Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026 Out back, a bluestone terrace wraps around the pool, equipped with a water slide for extra fun. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 24 June 2026 Enjoy amenities like house bikes and a bluestone patio complete with a gas grill and teak dining set for al fresco dinner and drinks. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026 This stone stays cool even in direct sunlight, with varied blues complementing the historic stonework and bluestone stair treads. — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for bluestone

Word History

First Known Use

1709, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bluestone was in 1709

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“Bluestone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bluestone. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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