Brownstone: meaning, definitions and examples

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brownstone

 

[ หˆbraสŠnstoสŠn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type of building

A brownstone is a type of residential building that is typically made from brown sandstone. These structures are most commonly found in urban areas, particularly in the United States, where they often serve as townhouses or multi-family homes. Brownstones are characterized by their distinctive brick facades, which can vary in color from light tan to a rich brown. They became especially popular in the 19th century and are often associated with a regal architectural style, featuring large stoops and ornate detailing. Today, they are sought after for their historical charm and central locations.

Synonyms

brownstone building, row house, townhouse.

Examples of usage

  • She lived in a beautiful brownstone on the Upper West Side.
  • Brownstone buildings are common in many historic neighborhoods.
  • They renovated their brownstone to preserve its original architecture.

Translations

Translations of the word "brownstone" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น brownstone

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅเคฐเคพเค‰เคจเคธเฅเคŸเฅ‹เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Brownstone

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ brownstone

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๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ brownstone

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒฉใ‚ฆใƒณใ‚นใƒˆใƒผใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท brownstone

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ brownstone

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท brownstone

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ธŒ๋ผ์šด์Šคํ†ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑุงูˆู†ุณุชูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ brownstone

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ brownstone

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฃ•็Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ brownstone

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ brownstone

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑั€ะพัƒะฝัั‚ะพัƒะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ แƒแƒฃแƒœแƒกแƒขแƒแƒฃแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ brownstone

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ brownstone

Etymology

The term 'brownstone' originates from the use of a specific type of sandstone that is brown in color, commonly found in the northeastern United States. This stone was quarried extensively in the 19th century, especially in places like New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and became a popular building material for urban residential construction. Brownstones were particularly favored for their aesthetic appeal and durability. The architectural style of brownstone buildings reflects the Victorian-era design, often featuring decorative trims and large windows. As urban development surged in the late 1800s, these structures became synonymous with upscale living in cities like New York and Boston. Over time, brownstones have been preserved and celebrated as historic landmarks, maintaining their status as coveted real estate options in urban markets.