neolith

[ nee-uh-lith ]

noun

1. a Neolithic stone implement.

neolith

/ ˈniːəʊlɪθ /

noun

1. a Neolithic stone implement

Word History and Origins

Origin of neolith¹

First recorded in 1880–85; back formation from Neolithic

Example Sentences

The pangrams from yesterday’s Spelling Bee were hotline and neolith.

From New York Times

If you want a similar look with less expense and upkeep, Blackband suggests the engineered Neolith countertop material.

From Seattle Times

If you want a similar look with less expense and upkeep — marble requires sealing every six to 12 months to prevent stains and acid etching — Blackband also likes the engineered Neolith countertop material.

From Washington Post

The eye-catching kitchen adds sleek gray Neolith countertops.

From Los Angeles Times

Strong, impervious man-made materials — including large-scale porcelain slabs and sintered stone like Lapitec, Neolith and Dekton — are gaining favor as an alterative to quartz-based engineered stone.

From Seattle Times

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