How to Pronounce "freestone"
word
ˈfɹiˌstoʊn
FREE-stohn
fɹˈiːstəʊn
free-STOHN
Definition
A type of fruit (like a peach or apricot) in which the pit separates easily from the flesh. Also, a kind of stone that can be cut or carved easily.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɹiˌstoʊn
British English
fɹˈiːstəʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FREE-stohn
UK
free-STOHN
Listen in Context
A peach can be freestone or clingstone, depending on how the pit attaches to the flesh.
This freestone variety is easy to prepare for fruit salads.
The builder chose freestone for the detailed carvings on the wall.
If you hate fighting with fruit pits, buy freestone peaches—they're a breeze to slice.