pebble

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈpɛb.əl/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A small stone, especially one rounded by the action of water.

2 Definition

A particle from 4 to 64 mm in diameter, following the Wentworth scale.

3 Definition

A small droplet of water intentionally sprayed on the ice that cause irregularities on the surface.

4 Definition

Transparent and colourless rock crystal.

Example Sentences
  • Brazilian pebble
5 Definition

A form of slow-burning gunpowder in large cubical grains.

Synonyms
cube powder prismatic powder
Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To pave with pebbles.

2 Definition

To deposit water droplets on the ice.

Example Sentences
  • to pebble the ice between games
3 Definition

To give (leather) a rough appearance with small rounded prominences.

4 Definition

To place a pebble at (a vertex of a graph) according to certain rules; see pebble game.