sandstone

noun

sand·​stone ˈsan(d)-ˌstōn How to pronounce sandstone (audio)
: a sedimentary rock consisting of usually quartz sand united by some cement (such as silica or calcium carbonate)

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Head to Dells of the Wisconsin River State Natural Area for views of trees in their seasonal finery among numerous pines and set against Cambrian sandstone cliffs, canyons, and unique rock formations. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026 Bassist Randy Meisner was a Nebraska farm guy, raised in the shadow of prominent sandstone bluffs that guided dreamy Americans westward in the 19th century. — Grayson Haver Currin, Pitchfork, 30 Aug. 2026 Or, Presque Isle Park, a forested peninsula, offers an easier outing with forest trails, sandstone cliffs, and overlooks above the lake. — Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 Highlights include watching the sunrise over Bryce Canyon’s hoodoos, hiking beneath Zion’s towering sandstone cliffs, marveling at Arches’ iconic rock formations, and driving through the dramatic landscapes of Capitol Reef and Canyonlands. — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sandstone

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First Known Use

1609, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sandstone was in 1609

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“Sandstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sandstone. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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sandstone

noun
sand·​stone -ˌstōn How to pronounce sandstone (audio)
: a rock made of sand held together by a natural cement

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