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

The instantly wearable looks wowed the crowd, perhaps as much as the models balancing in sky-high heels on cobblestone streets (only one took a serious fall). —Anika Reed, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026

In Bormio’s historic center, the cobblestone walkways have been filled with fans throughout the men’s Alpine ski racing program, and its shops have seen plenty of activity. —ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026

Manolo Blahniks may be out of my budget (and impractical for Paris’s winding cobblestone streets), but there are plenty of other stylish options that are just as chic—and much, much more affordable. —Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026

The city's vibrant and historic Old Market features cobblestone streets, unique shops, some of the best ultra-premium ice cream, and plenty of local breweries. —Joie Probst, Midwest Living, 25 Jan. 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