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Etymology

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Literally, cornerstone, from the Bible, Psalms. 118:22.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈka.mjɛɲ vɛŋˈɡjɛl.nɘ/
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  • Syllabification: ka‧mień wę‧giel‧ny

Noun

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kamień węgielny m inan

  1. cornerstone (base stone)
  2. cornerstone (ceremonial stone)
  3. (figuratively, idiomatic) cornerstone (that which is prominent, fundamental, noteworthy, or central)
    Synonyms: fundament, podstawa

Declension

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Further reading

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