Stonehenge
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Noun — The famous prehistoric circle of huge standing stones on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England.
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Etymology
From Middle English Stonhenge, literally "hanging stones" — from stone plus an old word related to "hinge", possibly describing the huge lintel stones that appear to hang across the uprights.
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What does “Stonehenge” mean?
The word “Stonehenge” means the famous prehistoric circle of huge standing stones on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England. In plain terms, the ancient stone circle monument in southern England, one of the world's most famous prehistoric sites.
How do you pronounce “Stonehenge”?
“Stonehenge” is pronounced stohn-HEHNJ (/stoʊ̯nˈhɛnd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Stonehenge” in a sentence?
Here is “Stonehenge” used in a sentence: “Tourists gather at Stonehenge every summer solstice to watch the sunrise line up with the stones.”
What part of speech is “Stonehenge”?
“Stonehenge” is a noun.
Where does the word “Stonehenge” come from?
The word “Stonehenge” comes from Middle English. From Middle English Stonhenge, literally "hanging stones" — from stone plus an old word related to "hinge", possibly describing the huge lintel stones that appear to hang across the uprights.