stone
UK: stəʊn | US: stoʊn
n. a hard, solid non-metallic mineral matter of which rock is made
n. a small piece of rock, often used as a weapon or tool
vt. to throw stones at someone or something as a form of punishment or attack
adj. made of or resembling stone
The word "stone" traces back to Old English stān, derived from Proto-Germanic stainaz. It shares roots with German Stein and Dutch steen. Unlike many modern English words, "stone" is monomorphic—its meaning and form have remained largely unchanged for over a millennium, reflecting its status as a core noun for a natural object. Its Proto-Indo-European ancestor, steyh₂-, meant "to thicken" or "compress," linking to the solidity of rock.
The ancient temple was built entirely of stone.
She skipped a flat stone across the lake.
In some cultures, people were stoned as punishment for crimes.
The stone walls kept the house cool in summer.
His expression was as cold as stone.