English Word · Intermediate
holystone
A piece of soft sandstone used for scouring the wooden decks of ships, usually with sand and seawater
Pronunciation: /ˈhəʊl.ɪ.stəʊn/
Meaning
A piece of soft sandstone used for scouring the wooden decks of ships, usually with sand and seawater.
Example
The sailors used a holystone to scrub the wooden deck until it was white.
The sailors used a holystone to scrub the wooden deck until it was white.
Practice tips
- Practice holystone out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.