flagstone
Americannoun
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Also called flag. a flat stone slab used especially for paving.
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flagstones, a walk, terrace, etc., paved with flagstones.
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rock, as sandstone or shale, suitable for splitting into flagstones.
noun
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a hard fine-textured rock, such as a sandstone or shale, that can be split up into slabs for paving
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a slab of such a rock
Etymology
Origin of flagstone
Example Sentences
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Using drought-resistant plants and some native grasses, the designers created an intimate, pollinator-friendly garden with a serpentine path of repurposed flagstone running through it.
From Seattle Times ● May 28, 2024
The snake’s flagstone surface is gently rounded, not flat, so care is needed on the climb.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 30, 2022
The backyard has a large flagstone patio for entertaining, a covered porch, a grilling area, a fountain and terraced landscaping.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 9, 2022
Warm, red flagstone pathways that wind among the granite boulders, pools and waterfalls encourage visitors to stroll through the garden.
From Seattle Times ● May 28, 2022
He leads Maxine up the flagstone path, ringing the bell because his parents always keep the front door locked.
From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri
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