cornerstone

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(cor-ner-stone) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. 1 a stone placed at the corner joining two masonry walls 2 something basic and indispensable; foundation

Example Sentence

The cornerstone of democratic government is a free press. OR The cornerstone of the building was made of cobblestone.

Synonyms

essential; fundamental; backbone

Antonyms

inessential

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Rhymes

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