buckstone

/ˈbʌkstoʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

A stone, typically a boulder, dislodged by a buck or other large animal, often found in fields or on hillsides.

“The farmer had to navigate through the buckstones scattered across the field.”

2. noun

A type of rough stone or rock used in construction or landscaping.

“The buckstones used for the driveway were chosen for their durability.”

Synonyms

  • boulder
  • rock

Antonyms

  • pebble
  • smoothstone