brownstone
Translation
brownstone, terraced house
Examples
They live in a beautiful brownstone in Brooklyn.
They live in a beautiful brownstone in Brooklyn.
Grammar Patterns
a/the brownstone a type of terraced house They want to buy a brownstone in the city.
Similar Words
Synonyms: row house, townhouse, terraced house
Etymology
A compound word from 'brown' and 'stone', literally referring to the brown sandstone used for the facade.
Memory Tips
Picture the classic, elegant residential streets of New York City, like in movies.