cobblestone

noun

cob·​ble·​stone ˈkä-bəl-ˌstōn 

: 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

cobblestoned

ˈkä-bəl-ˌstōnd 

adjective

Examples of cobblestone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Plus, the grippy soles will keep you steady on cobblestones, slick floors, and more. —Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026

Dalrymple also noted that people are eager to lean into organic materials such as clay, terra-cotta, reclaimed brick and wood, bluestone, cobblestone, and other natural elements for countertops, backsplashes, cabinetry, and flooring. —Megan Johnson, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026

Dress it up with a pair of sleek mules from Dream Pairs, featuring a low, walkable heel that can handle cobblestones with ease. —Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026

On Friday night, the buzzy energy of Milan was punctuated with the rhythm of heels striking the cobblestones. —Sofia Viganò, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from cobble- (probably from cob) + stone

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for cobblestone

• acetone
• anglophone
• baritone
• bourguignon
• buspirone
• chaperon
• chaperone
• collarbone
• cornerstone
• cortisone
• dictaphone
• dithizone

Kids Definition

cobblestone

noun

cob·​ble·​stone ˈkäb-əl-ˌstōn 

: cobble entry 2

cobblestoned

-ˌstōnd 

adjective