springstone

noun
UK /ˈsprɪŋstəʊn/
US /ˈsprɪŋstoʊn/

A springstone is a special kind of rock that is often used to make beautiful carvings.

The artist carved a small bird from a piece of springstone.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A stone that marks a spring or water source.

They found the old springstone near the bubbling water.

3. A stone that bounces back when pressed, like a spring.

The children played with the springstone, watching it jump.

4. A stone used in traditional ceremonies to welcome spring.

The village placed a springstone in the square for the festival.