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Stoun

Definition:

A stoun is a type of stone or rock, typically used to describe a large and solid piece of mineral matter.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Senses:

Noun:

1. Geology: A stoun refers to a rock or stone, especially one that is large and substantial in size.

Example sentence: On his hike, Peter found a massive stoun that seemed like it had been there for centuries.

Verb:

1. Hit forcefully: To stoun means to strike or hit someone or something with great force.

Example sentence: The boxer delivered a powerful punch that would stoun his opponent to the ground.

2. Stun or astonish: To stoun is to amaze or shock someone, leaving them speechless or overwhelmed.

Example sentence: The magician's incredible trick would stoun the audience, leaving them in awe.

Local usage:

In local dialects, particularly in certain British regions, "stoun" can also be used to mean a short distance or a moment in time.

Example sentence: The end of the race is only a stoun away, you're almost there!

Related Words:

• Stone
• Rock
• Mineral
• Strike
• Astonish