hoarstone

/ˈhɔːrstoʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

A flint or other hard, siliceous stone that, when struck, produces sparks.

“The old geologist found a hoarstone near the riverbank that helped him start a fire.”

Synonyms

  • flint
  • silica stone

Antonyms

  • non-sparking rock
  • soft stone