sandstone

//ˈsænd.stoʊn//
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Visual representation of sandstone

Noun

sandstoneSingular
sandstonesPlural
1

A sedimentary rock composed mainly of sand-sized grains of quartz or feldspar, cemented together by silica, calcium carbonate, or iron oxide.

The ancient temple was built from local sandstone.

2

A piece or block of this rock, often used as a building material.

The old church was built with sandstone from a local quarry.