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 adjective

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Germany Courtyard Down cobblestone streets at a central square lined with quaint shops is Germany Courtyard in EPCOT. Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 9 July 2025 These ceramics stores abound on every cobblestone street—and make sure to spend your time wandering through each and every one. Elise Taylor, Vogue, 9 July 2025 The narrow cobblestone street cuts through the city’s Old Town toward the waterfront and abuts the eastern facade of Diocletian’s Palace, an ancient Roman fortress built about 1,700 years ago. Aspen Pflughoeft july 9, Miami Herald, 9 July 2025 Seawall Picnic Area offers northeastern and southern views over the Atlantic Ocean and the mouth of Somes Sound from a quintessential cobblestone beach. Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025 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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“Cobblestone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cobblestone. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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cobblestone

noun
cob·​ble·​stone ˈkäb-əl-ˌstōn How to pronounce cobblestone (audio)
cobblestoned adjective

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