Millstone Definition

mĭlstōn
millstones
noun
millstones
Either of a pair of large, flat, round stones between which grain or other substances are ground.
Webster's New World
A source of worry or distress.
A responsibility that became a millstone.
American Heritage
Stone used for these, usually a hard sandstone or conglomerate.
Webster's New World
An obstacle to success.
American Heritage
A heavy burden.
Webster's New World

Other Word Forms of Millstone

Noun

Singular:
millstone
Plural:
millstones

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