hearthstone
Translation
hearthstone
Examples
The old house had a large hearthstone.
The old house had a large hearthstone.
He sat on the hearthstone to warm himself.
He sat on the hearthstone to warm himself.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a stone forming a hearth. The old house had a large hearthstone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fireside
Etymology
A compound word from 'hearth' (fireplace) and 'stone'. It literally means the stone of the hearth.
Memory Tips
Break the word down: it's simply the 'stone' that makes up the 'hearth' (fireplace).