cobblestone

noun

cob·​ble·​stone ˈkä-bəl-ˌstōn How to pronounce cobblestone (audio)
: 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
cobblestoned
ˈkä-bəl-ˌstōnd How to pronounce cobblestone (audio)
adjective

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Beneath it all, the old cobblestones of the Pont Neuf rise and fall underfoot. — ABC News, 16 June 2026 Like any village worth its weight in cobblestones, quirky characters, and quaint pubs, Three Pines’ titular Quebec town harbors its share of dark secrets. — Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026 That pillowy feeling is thanks to their dreamstrike+ foam, which absorbs shock and dampens the impact of each step—especially important when walking on unforgiving surfaces, like cobblestones or concrete. — Shannon Bauer, InStyle, 28 June 2026 The vibrant town was designed in the style of a classic Mediterranean seaside village, featuring colorful buildings and cobblestone streets reminiscent of Italy’s romantic coastal towns. — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for cobblestone

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from cobble- (probably from cob) + stone

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cobblestone was in the 15th century

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