Adder Stone

Pronunciation: /ˈædər stoʊn/

Definitions of adder stone

noun A stone believed to have magical properties, such as protecting against snake bites or bringing good luck.

Example Sentences

A1 I found an adder stone on the beach.

A2 Legend says that adder stones protect against snake bites.

B1 Some people believe that adder stones bring good luck.

B2 The adder stone was passed down through generations in my family.

C1 Archaeologists discovered an ancient adder stone during a dig.

C2 The museum displayed a collection of adder stones from different time periods.

Examples of adder stone in a Sentence

formal The archaeologist found an adder stone while excavating the ancient site.

informal I heard that adder stones are believed to bring good luck.

slang Check out this cool adder stone I found on the beach!

figurative The adder stone symbolizes protection and strength in many cultures.

Grammatical Forms of adder stone

• plural: adder stones
• comparative: more adder stone
• superlative: most adder stone
• present tense: add adder stone
• future tense: will add adder stone
• perfect tense: have added adder stone
• continuous tense: is adding adder stone
• singular: adder stone
• positive degree: adder stone
• infinitive: to add adder stone
• gerund: adding adder stone
• participle: added adder stone

Origin and Evolution of adder stone

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'adder stone' originates from ancient folklore and superstitions in various cultures, where these stones were believed to have protective or healing properties against snake bites.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'adder stone' has shifted from a protective amulet against snakes to a more general term for any small, naturally occurring stone with a hole in the center, often used for luck or protection.