Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pedra
noun
/’pɛdrə/
Definition
A solid mineral material found in nature, often used in construction and other applications.
Examples
- Ele lançou uma pedra no lago. (He threw a stone into the lake.)
- A casa é feita de pedra. (The house is made of stone.)
- Ela coletou pedras na praia. (She collected stones at the beach.)
Meaning
The term ‘pedra’ refers to a hard substance typically composed of minerals, commonly found in various geological formations.
Synonyms
- rocha
- mineral
- calhau