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cornerstone

A cornerstone is a stone at the corner of a building, or a basic, essential part of something. (noun)

  1. An example of a cornerstone is the first piece of stone placed for a new building, often inscribed with the date to commemorate the occasion.
  2. An example of a cornerstone is the belief by Christians in Christ as the Son of God.

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