marble Antonyms
Meaning of marble
marble (n)
a hard crystalline metamorphic rock that takes a high polish; used for sculpture and as building material
a small ball of glass that is used in various games
a sculpture carved from marble
marble (v)
paint or stain like marble
marble (n.)
A massive, compact limestone; a variety of calcite, capable of being polished and used for architectural and ornamental purposes. The color varies from white to black, being sometimes yellow, red, and green, and frequently beautifully veined or clouded. The name is also given to other rocks of like use and appearance, as serpentine or verd antique marble, and less properly to polished porphyry, granite, etc.
A thing made of, or resembling, marble, as a work of art, or record, in marble; or, in the plural, a collection of such works; as, the Arundel or Arundelian marbles; the Elgin marbles.
A little ball of marble, or of some other hard substance, used as a plaything by children; or, in the plural, a child's game played with marbles.
To stain or vein like marble; to variegate in color; as, to marble the edges of a book, or the surface of paper.
marble (a.)
Made of, or resembling, marble; as, a marble mantel; marble paper.
Cold; hard; unfeeling; as, a marble breast or heart.
marble Sentence Examples
- The pristine marble floor gleamed under the soft glow of the chandeliers.
- The sculptor's chisel danced across the smooth marble, creating an intricate masterpiece.
- The ancient temple stood as a testament to the endurance of marble, its columns still standing tall.
- The marble tomb held the remains of a once-great king, its intricate carvings depicting scenes from his life.
- The marble lions guarded the grand entrance of the palace, their imposing figures forever on the lookout.
- The marble stairs wound their way through the opulent mansion, each step a testament to its grandeur.
- The marble counter in the kitchen reflected the flickering flames of the stovetop, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
- The marble sink in the bathroom was a luxurious sanctuary, its smooth surface inviting relaxation.
- The marble fountain in the courtyard trickled gently, its soothing sound creating a tranquil oasis.
- The marble statue in the garden captured the beauty of a young woman in flowing gown, its timeless elegance enduring through the ages.
FAQs About the word marble
a hard crystalline metamorphic rock that takes a high polish; used for sculpture and as building material, a small ball of glass that is used in various games,
pepper, stain, dot, spot, dye,sprinkle, fleck, freckle,speck, splotch
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The pristine marble floor gleamed under the soft glow of the chandeliers.
The sculptor's chisel danced across the smooth marble, creating an intricate masterpiece.
The ancient temple stood as a testament to the endurance of marble, its columns still standing tall.
The marble tomb held the remains of a once-great king, its intricate carvings depicting scenes from his life.
