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stony

The correct spelling is stony.

How to pronounce stony

/ˈstəʊni/
adjective

IPA: /ˈstəʊni/

Say it like: Sto-nee

The correct spelling is stony. As hard as stone. For example: "a stony path"

Usage Examples

a stony path

She gave him a stony reception.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.As hard as stone.
  2. 2.Containing or made up of stones.
  3. 3.Of a person, lacking warmth and emotion.
  4. 4.Of an action such as a look, showing no warmth of emotion.
  5. 5.Short for stony broke: without any money.

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