Definition of Cornerstone

1. Noun. The fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained. "The whole argument rested on a basis of conjecture"

Exact synonyms: Base, Basis, Foundation, Fundament, Groundwork
Group relationships: Explanation
Specialized synonyms: Meat And Potatoes
Generic synonyms: Assumption, Supposal, Supposition
Derivative terms: Basal, Base, Found

2. Noun. A stone in the exterior of a large and important building; usually carved with a date and laid with appropriate ceremonies.
Group relationships: Building, Edifice
Generic synonyms: Stone

3. Noun. A stone at the outer corner of two intersecting masonry walls.
Group relationships: Building, Edifice
Generic synonyms: Stone

Definition of Cornerstone

1. Noun. A ceremonial stone set at the corner of a building, joining two exterior walls, and often inscribed with the starting and completion dates of construction, the name of the architect and owner, and other details. ¹

2. Noun. By extension, that which is prominent, fundamental, noteworthy, or central. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Cornerstone

1. [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Cornerstone

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corner the market
corner time
corner tooth
cornerbacks
cornercap
cornercaps
cornered
cornering
cornerless
cornerlike
cornerman
cornermen
corners
cornerstone
cornerstones
cornerways
cornerwise
cornet
cornetcies
cornetcy
corneter
corneters
cornetfish
cornetfishes
cornetist
cornetists
cornetite
cornets

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