bluestone

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Scope note
Any of several types of stone that is dense, fine-grained and splits easily into thin smooth slabs; often used as flagstone. Bluestone is a commercial or cultural term that may encompass types of basalt, sandstone, or limestone, depending on the region in which it is used.
bluestone
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024