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greystone

greystone

1 5.6
A large house made of gray stone often found in cities
  • noun
  • /ˈɡreɪˌstoʊn/
  • UK
translation icon : casa de piedra gris
  • A relationship confirmation comes in the form of some lustful behavior at Rihanna's Halloween bash at Greystone Manor in West Hollywood on Wednesday, featuring lover stares, lip locks, and lap dances.

Examples

  • Many families aspire to own a greystone, which is a hallmark of classic urban architecture.

  • The exhibit at Greystone Mansion was only the first stop on a planned world tour for the piece, which includes London and New York.

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  • Rihanna's throwing a who's who Halloween Bash at Greystone Manor.

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  • Art of this gravitas deserves to be surrounded by beauty, and Greystone Mansion was the perfect venue, with its multi-tiered grounds cutting through the lush landscape.

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  • The stunning greystone house features intricate carvings and a beautiful garden in the front yard.

  • The real estate agent highlighted the spacious rooms and charming features of the greystone in her listing.

How Big

mansion
327 3.4
greystone
  • UK
1 5.6
house
∞ 1.0
cottage
171 1.0
shed
159 1.0

Surface Forms

greystone singular
greystones plural

Morphology

greystone = grey + stone (transparent) = grey + stone

The noun refers to a building made of grey stone; the component meanings combine transparently to convey this.

Etymology

Greystone comes from the two simple words grey ('a color between black and white') and stone ('rock used for building'). So a greystone house is literally a house built of grey stone, which is why some streets are known for rows of classic greystones.