Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
boulder
Noun
/ˈboʊldər/
Definition
A large rock that has been worn smooth by erosion.
Examples
- The hikers climbed over the boulders along the trail.
- We spotted a massive boulder in the meadow, a remnant of the last ice age.
- Children often enjoy climbing onto the boulders at the beach.
Meaning
A boulder is a rock fragment that is larger than a pebble. Typically, it is found in nature and can vary in size from a few inches to several feet across.
Synonyms
- Rock
- Stone
- Cliff
