flagstone — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A flat, rectangular piece of rock or stone used for paving or roofing.

   Examples

   Grass sprouted between the pebbles and a greenish stain lay upon the flagstones.

   More examples (1)

   In 1946, several of the heavy flagstones, which form the decking of the viaduct, were replaced or reseated, and manholes were provided in the decking, to facilitate access to the inner walls.

2. One of several types of rock easily split and suitable for making flagstones.

Noun

1. stratified stone that splits into pieces suitable as paving stones

   Synonyms

   flag

   Broader terms

   paving stone