Definitions

1. noun

a type of metamorphic rock, typically white or colored, used in sculpture and for making decorative objects, such as vases and tabletops.

“The artist carved the marble statue with great precision.”

2. verb

to make or give a surface a smooth, shiny appearance by applying a layer of material.

“The worker marbled the floor with a special coating.”

3. verb

to mix or combine different colors or substances, especially to create a mottled or patchy appearance.

“The artist marbled the paper with ink to create a unique design.”

4. noun

a small, usually spherical, object used in a game or sport, typically made of marble or a similar material.

“He played marbles with his friends in the park.”

5. noun

a small, usually spherical, mass of mineral matter, especially one that has been carried or rolled by water.

“The geologist discovered a marble in the riverbed.”