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cornerstone

/ˈkɔɹ.nɚ.stoʊn/

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What does cornerstone mean?

noun

  1. A stone forming the base at the corner of a building.
  2. Such a stone used ceremonially, often inscribed with the architect's and owner's names, dates and other details.
  3. (figuratively) That which is prominent, fundamental, noteworthy, or central.

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IPA pronunciation

/ˈkɔɹ.nɚ.stoʊn/

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One of the poorest nations in the world, alleviation of poverty remains the cornerstone of the government's development strategy.
United States. Central Intelligence AgencyThe 1990 CIA World FactbookProject Gutenberg ebook #14
Integrity of word and deed ought to be the very cornerstone of all business transactions.
Samuel SmilesSelf Help; with Illustrations of Conduct and PerseveranceProject Gutenberg ebook #935
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I have dwelt at length on the preparation and enrichment of the land, since it is the cornerstone of all subsequent success.
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See you yond coign o’ the Capitol, yond cornerstone?
William ShakespeareThe Complete Works of William ShakespeareProject Gutenberg ebook #100
The need of discharging energy, the desire to do so, the pleasure and satisfaction in so doing constitute a cornerstone of the foundation of life and character.
Abraham MyersonThe Foundations of PersonalityProject Gutenberg ebook #1575