Definitions

1. noun

A type of limestone or sandstone used for building, particularly in the southeastern counties of England.

“The old village hall was built using local ragstone.”

2. noun

A type of coarse-grained, porous or friable rock, especially a type of limestone.

“The hikers struggled through the terrain of loose ragstone.”

3. noun

A type of limestone used by medieval builders.

“Ragstone was a popular choice for medieval churches.”