Definition of cobblestone
: a naturally rounded stone larger than a pebble and smaller than a boulder; especially : such a stone used in paving a street or in construction
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The streets are cobblestone, the sidewalks are brick, no buildings in town are over two stories, and no chain stores are allowed.
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Enjoy trekking along the Atlantic Intercoastal waterway, taking in Victorian architecture along cobblestone roads and explore a 170-year-old fortress.
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Laguna to host hands-only CPR class Laguna Beach firefighters and lifeguards will teach hands-only CPR from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday on the cobblestone area of Main Beach.
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Next, the head of the Slovenian Tourist Board played a YouTube video of scenes from his country: castles; the Alps; town squares; cobblestone streets; blue-eyed, blond children.
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Go there now, and its cobblestone streets are flanked by some of the city’s shiniest boutiques and priciest hotels.
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Origin and Etymology of cobblestone
Middle English, from cobble- (probably from cob) + stone
First Known Use: 15th century
COBBLESTONE Defined for English Language Learners
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: a round stone that is used in paving streets
COBBLESTONE Defined for Kids
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: a rounded stone used especially in the past to pave streets
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