plural quarries
Definition of quarry
(Entry 1 of 4)
quarry
noun (2)
plural quarries
Definition of quarry (Entry 2 of 4)
1
: an open excavation usually for obtaining building stone, slate, or limestone
2
: a rich source
quarry
verb
quarried; quarrying
Definition of quarry (Entry 3 of 4)
1
: to dig or take from or as if from a quarry
quarry marble
2
: to make a quarry in
quarry a hill
: to delve in or as if in a quarry
quarry
noun (3)
plural quarries
Definition of quarry (Entry 4 of 4)
: a diamond-shaped pane of glass, stone, or tile
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The first known use of quarry was in the 14th century
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