cornerstone
Pronunciation: /ˈkɔː.nə.stəʊn/
The English word “cornerstone” has 3 meanings listed here.
noun
- A stone forming the base at the corner of a building.
- Such a stone used ceremonially, often inscribed with the architect's and owner's names, dates and other details.
- That which is prominent, fundamental, noteworthy, or central.
Etymology
From Middle English corner ston; equivalent to corner + stone. The figurative sense is in part after Psalm 118:22, and is also quoted several times in the New Testament.
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