cobbled

adjective

cob·​bled ˈkä-bəld How to pronounce cobbled (audio)
: paved with cobblestones
cobbled streets

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Chic satin uppers and stretchy elastic straps feel soft against skin, and their eye-catching red outsoles boast excellent traction for navigating cobbled streets. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026 The countdown of all the cobbled sectors, the five-star difficulty rating, the dust and the mechanicals. Jessica Hopkins, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026 Also included in the mix of photos is a shot of the fiery sunset over one of the canals, a close-up of the city’s architecture, and photos of Madonna posing in a cobbled alleyway. Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026 Menaggio and Tremezzo are a short drive away, while Bellagio—just 15 minutes by ferry—is ideal for a spontaneous lunch or stroll through the cobbled streets. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cobbled

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cobbled was in 1853

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“Cobbled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cobbled. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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