sandstone
Translation
sandstone
Examples
The building was made of red sandstone.
The building was made of red sandstone.
Sandstone is a common sedimentary rock.
Sandstone is a common sedimentary rock.
Grammar Patterns
((sandstone)) a type of rock The cliffs are made of sandstone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rock, sedimentary rock
Etymology
A compound word from 'sand' and 'stone', literally meaning 'a stone made of sand'.
Memory Tips
Visualise sand from a beach being compressed into a solid stone.