Sarsen Stone

Definitions of sarsen stone

noun a large sandstone block typically used in the construction of megalithic structures

Example Sentences

A1 The sarsen stone was used to build Stonehenge.

A2 Visitors can touch the sarsen stones at the ancient monument.

B1 Archaeologists study the origin of the sarsen stones found at the site.

B2 The sarsen stone formations are believed to have been transported from miles away.

C1 The intricate carvings on the sarsen stones reveal a rich history of craftsmanship.

C2 The alignment of the sarsen stones at Stonehenge continues to puzzle researchers.

Examples of sarsen stone in a Sentence

formal The ancient monument was constructed using sarsen stones.

informal Those big rocks are called sarsen stones, pretty cool, huh?

slang Check out those massive sarsen stones, they're like nature's building blocks.

figurative The sarsen stones stood tall and proud, like guardians of the land.

Grammatical Forms of sarsen stone

• plural: sarsen stones
• comparative: more sarsen stone
• superlative: most sarsen stone
• present tense: is sarsen stone
• future tense: will be sarsen stone
• perfect tense: has been sarsen stone
• continuous tense: is being sarsen stone
• singular: sarsen stone
• positive degree: very sarsen stone
• infinitive: to be sarsen stone
• gerund: being sarsen stone
• participle: sarsen stone

Origin and Evolution of sarsen stone

First Known Use: 1620 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'sarsen' originates from the Old English word 'sar' meaning 'sore' or 'pain', likely due to the hardness and rough texture of these stones.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'sarsen stone' specifically came to refer to the large sandstone blocks found in the Salisbury Plain area of England, particularly notable for their use in the construction of Stonehenge.