whinstone
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whin·stone

noun \ˈhwin-ˌstōn, ˈwin-\

Definition of WHINSTONE

: basaltic rock : trap; also : any of various other dark resistant rocks (as chert)

Origin of WHINSTONE

whin, a hard rock
First Known Use: 1513

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