dull stone

noun phrase

Meaning

A rock that lacks luster, shine, or transparency, often appearing flat or uninteresting in appearance.

Examples

She picked up a dull stone from the garden, hoping to find a hidden gem inside.
The jeweler dismissed the dull stone as common gravel with no commercial value.

Synonyms: plain, matte, opaque, lackluster

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dull stone

noun phrase

Pronunciation: dʌl stoʊn

Definition

A rock that lacks luster, shine, or transparency, often appearing flat or uninteresting in appearance.

Examples

She picked up a dull stone from the garden, hoping to find a hidden gem inside.
The jeweler dismissed the dull stone as common gravel with no commercial value.
After years of erosion, the once-bright mineral had become a dull stone buried in the mud.

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