brownstone

noun

Meaning

A row house faced with a reddish-brown sandstone, commonly found in 19th-century urban architecture.

Examples

They spent the afternoon renovating their historic brownstone in the heart of the city.
The neighborhood is famous for its uniform rows of classic brownstones.

Synonyms: townhouse, row house, terrace house, brownstone facade

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brownstone

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbraʊn.stoʊn/

Definition

A row house faced with a reddish-brown sandstone, commonly found in 19th-century urban architecture.

Examples

They spent the afternoon renovating their historic brownstone in the heart of the city.
The neighborhood is famous for its uniform rows of classic brownstones.
Living in a brownstone offers a unique blend of vintage charm and urban convenience.

Synonyms of brownstone

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