English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com

piedra angular — meaning in English

Spanish → English · translate English → Spanish instead

English meaning

  • cornerstone noun A stone set at the base corner of a building, sometimes laid ceremonially with an inscription.

Senses

piedra angular is used for these senses in English:

  • cornerstone A stone forming the base at the corner of a building.
  • cornerstone Such a stone used ceremonially, often inscribed with the architect's and owner's names, dates and other details.
  • cornerstone (figuratively) That which is prominent, fundamental, noteworthy, or central.

cornerstone — full definition

  1. noun A stone set at the base corner of a building, sometimes laid ceremonially with an inscription.
  2. noun The fundamental basis or most important part of something.

Related Spanish words