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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When choosing flagstone, Lockman says there are a number of considerations, in addition to visual appeal.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 16, 2023
Most of the spaces open directly outside, where a fountain anchors a flagstone courtyard.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 21, 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
The side entrance into the mudroom provides a stepless flagstone entry to the home along with an elegant wood door that echoes the main entrance.
From Washington Post • May 12, 2022
I was led down a flagstone path and up a set of freshly painted steps to the porch.
From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs
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