cob·ble·stone

[kob-uhl-stohn]
noun
a naturally rounded stone, larger than a pebble and smaller than a boulder, formerly used in paving.

Origin:
1400–50; late Middle English cobylstone. See cobble1, stone

cob·ble·stoned, adjective

boulder, cobblestone, granule, pebble, rock, stone.
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cobblestone (ˈkɒbəlˌstəʊn) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
Compare sett Sometimes shortened to: cobble a rounded stone used for paving

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Cobblestone is always a great word to know.
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a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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cobblestone
late 15c., from cobble + stone.
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Example sentences
The town resembles an alpine village with towers and cobblestone walkways.
The bus rumbled over cobblestone streets, and made another stop.
Explore the medieval fortress and cobblestone alleyways that are a marked
  contrast to the chic shops and boutiques.
Tourists click photos, office workers hurry across the cobblestone paths, and
  everyone is perfectly dry.
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