English dictionary

cornerstone

/'k/O/rn/@/r,st/oU/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained

noun.cognition

Synonyms base basis foundation fundament groundwork

Source: WordNet 3.0
a stone in the exterior of a large and important building; usually carved with a date and laid with appropriate ceremonies

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
a stone at the outer corner of two intersecting masonry walls

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0