Meaning Of The Word Cornerstone

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What's The Definition Of Cornerstone?

cornerstone
countable noun: The cornerstone of something is the basic part of it on which its existence, success, or truth depends.

cornerstone in American English
a stone that forms part of the corner of a building; esp., a foundation stone of this kind, often inscribed, laid at a ceremony that marks the beginning of building
noun: a stone uniting two masonry walls at an intersection

cornerstone in British English
noun: a stone at the corner of a wall, uniting two intersecting walls; quoin

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