headstone
4 synonyms for headstone, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A stone marker placed at the head of a grave, usually inscribed with the name and dates of the deceased.
Synonyms
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Less common
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Rare, literary or technical
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How to use headstone
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
engraved headstone
erect a headstone
Etymology
A compound of head and stone, referring to the stone set at the "head" end of a grave.
Full origin of headstone →Frequently asked questions
What does “headstone” mean?
The word “headstone” means a stone marker placed at the head of a grave, usually inscribed with the name and dates of the deceased. In plain terms, the engraved stone marking someone's grave.
How do you pronounce “headstone”?
“Headstone” is pronounced HEHDS-tohn (/ˈhɛdstoʊn/ in IPA).
How do you use “headstone” in a sentence?
Here is “headstone” used in a sentence: “They visited the cemetery to clean her grandmother's headstone.”
What part of speech is “headstone”?
“Headstone” is a noun.
