Marble
(noun)
- A hard, crystalline metamorphic rock that takes a high polish and is used for sculptures, buildings, and various decorative objects.
- A small, hard, round ball of various colors that is used in children's games.
- A piece of wood or plastic coated in paint, used in the game of marbles.
Origin:
Middle english: from old french marbre, based on latin marmor "marble".
Examples:
- The statue was made of marble.
- The floor was made of marble.
- The countertop was made of marble.
- He played marbles with his friends.
- She collected marbles.