hearthstone
Translation
stone forming a hearth
Examples
The old hearthstone was cracked with age.
The old hearthstone was cracked with age.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) hearthstone a stone slab forming a hearth He polished the smooth hearthstone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fireside stone
Etymology
A compound of 'hearth' (fireplace floor) and 'stone'. It literally means the stone of the hearth.
Memory Tips
Simply break the word down: it's the 'stone' that makes up the 'hearth'.