stoneman

[ stohn-muhn ]

noun

, plural stone·men.

1. a stonecutter or stoneworker.

Word History and Origins

Origin of stoneman¹

First recorded in 1870–75; stone + -man

Example Sentences

Hooker completed the work by forming a cavalry corps, consisting of three divisions, commanded by Major-General Stoneman.

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Yet this battle-field had been seen and reconnoitered by the troops which had taken part in Stoneman's skirmish.

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Elsie Stoneman took her seat beside the cot of the wounded Confederate and began softly to sing and play.

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Excuse me, Stoneman; I have to laugh or die beneath the burdens I bear, surrounded by such supporters!

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The woman took her seat opposite Stoneman and presided over this curious group with the easy assurance of conscious power.

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