Pebbling: meaning, definitions and examples

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pebbling

 

[ หˆpษ›blษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

rock formation

Pebbling refers to the presence of small, rounded stones or pebbles, often found in beaches, riverbeds, or as a decorative element in landscaping. These pebbles can vary in size, color, and material, and they are commonly used in various construction and aesthetic applications. Pebbling is also a technique used in art and design to incorporate small stones into various projects.

Synonyms

boulders, gravel, shingle, stones

Examples of usage

  • The garden features beautiful pebbles as a walkway.
  • Pebbling can enhance the appearance of any outdoor space.
  • The riverbank was covered in smooth, shiny pebbles.
Context #2 | Verb

coating with pebbles

To pebble means to cover a surface with small pebbles or stones. This technique is often used in construction to create textured surfaces, such as options for driveways, sidewalks, or decorative elements. Pebbling can also refer to the process of shaping or smoothing stones into pebble-like forms.

Synonyms

chip, gravelize, stone

Examples of usage

  • They pebbled the path to give it a natural look.
  • The artist pebbled the sculpture to add texture.
  • You can pebble the surface to make it non-slip.

Translations

Translations of the word "pebbling" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pebbling

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Pebbling

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kieselstein

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pebbling

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฐะปัŒะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ otoczenie kamienia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็Ÿณใฎ็ฒ’

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cailloutis

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ grava

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงakฤฑl

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž๊ฐˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุตู‰

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ oblรกzky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kamienky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅต็Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kamni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ malarsteinar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒ•แƒ˜แƒจแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ grava

Etymology

The term 'pebble' has its origins in Middle English 'pebbel', which stems from the Old English 'pรฆppel', denoting a small stone or a pebble. This word is likely of Celtic or possibly Latin origin, reflecting the natural occurrence of small stones in various environments. The use of the term has evolved over the centuries, encompassing both the physical characteristics of the stones and their aesthetic applications in landscaping. The verb form 'to pebble' has developed as a means to describe the action of applying or coating surfaces with pebbles, emphasizing the versatility of these small stones in design and construction. Today, pebbling continues to be a popular choice in both artistic and practical applications, demonstrating the enduring appeal of these natural materials.