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stoneman

[ stohn-muhn ]

noun

, plural stone·men.
  1. a stonecutter or stoneworker.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of stoneman1

First recorded in 1870–75; stone + -man

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Example Sentences

Hooker completed the work by forming a cavalry corps, consisting of three divisions, commanded by Major-General Stoneman.

Yet this battle-field had been seen and reconnoitered by the troops which had taken part in Stoneman's skirmish.

Elsie Stoneman took her seat beside the cot of the wounded Confederate and began softly to sing and play.

Excuse me, Stoneman; I have to laugh or die beneath the burdens I bear, surrounded by such supporters!

The woman took her seat opposite Stoneman and presided over this curious group with the easy assurance of conscious power.

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