headstone

UK
/ˈhɛd.stəʊn/
US
/ˈhɛd.stoʊn/

Translations

headstonenoun
headstones
pl
UK
/ˈhɛd.stəʊn/
US
/ˈhɛd.stoʊn/
The headstone was engraved with the deceased's name and dates.
На надгробии были выгравированы имя и даты умершего.
надгробный камень
They placed flowers at the headstone to honor their loved one.
Они положили цветы на надгробный камень в честь своего близкого.
Additional translations
могильная плита
headstoneadjective
UK
/ˈhɛdstəʊn/
US
/ˈhɛdstoʊn/
Used attributively to modify nouns relating to grave markers (e.g., "headstone cleaning").

Definitions

headstonenoun
A stone marker, usually inscribed, placed at the head of a grave.
The headstone was engraved with the names and dates of the deceased.
The principal or keystone/cornerstone in a building or structure.
The builders carefully positioned the headstone to complete the arch.
headstoneadjective
Relating to, intended for, or characteristic of grave markers.
The company offers specialized headstone engraving services.