marble

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːbəl/
/ˈmɑɹbəl/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

A rock of crystalline limestone.

2 Definition

(games) A small ball, usually of glass or ceramic.

3 Definition

An artwork made from marble.

Example Sentences
  • The Elgin Marbles were originally part of the temple of the Parthenon.
Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To cause (something to have) the streaked or swirled appearance of certain types of marble, for example by mixing viscous ingredients incompletely, or by applying paint or other colorants unevenly.

Synonyms
marbleize
2 Definition

To get or have the streaked or swirled appearance of certain types of marble, for example due to the incomplete mixing of viscous ingredients, or the uneven application of paint or other colorants.

3 Definition

To cause meat, usually beef, pork, or lamb, to be interlaced with fat so that its appearance resembles that of marble.

Synonyms
marbleize
4 Definition

(of meat, especially beef) To become interlaced with fat; (of fat) to interlace through meat.

5 Definition

(by extension) To lace or be laced throughout.

Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Made of, or resembling, marble.

Example Sentences
  • a marble mantel
2 Definition

Cold; hard; unfeeling.

Example Sentences
  • a marble heart