[ˈfɪldˌstoʊn]

Definitions

1. noun

a stone, especially one of rough, irregular shape, used in building or walling, especially one found in a field or common land

“The old mansion was built with beautiful fieldstones that had been gathered from the surrounding countryside.”

2. noun

a type of stone used for facing walls or buildings, especially one of a type used in traditional English architecture

“The architect chose to use fieldstones for the exterior of the new pub, giving it a rustic charm.”

3. noun

a rock or stone found in a field, common land, or elsewhere in the countryside

“The geologist was interested in the various types of fieldstones she found on her hike through the woods.”

4. verb

to build or face with fieldstones

“The family decided to fieldstone their new home with stones they found on their own property.”