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

From the rustic cobblestone streets to the pastel architecture and delicious and diverse food scene, this coastal city is full of rich history, charm, and, most of all, strong community. — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026

Gates open to a sloping, 700-foot-long driveway that passes by whimsical sculptures before arriving at a spacious cobblestone motor court. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026

For the fans, Europe’s spring classics, notorious for their cobblestones and miserable weather, had delivered that year. — Tom Campbell, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

The style icon could be seen standing against the backdrop of an ancient stone building and strolling along a cobblestone path in various shots. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 27 July 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