Set (noun)
The word set has a number of
definitions but here is one of its lesser known meanings.
A set is a block made of
stone, such as granite, used to provide a durable road surface. Unlike cobbles, which are rounded, sets are
straight edged and flat.
Sets in Falkner Street, Liverpool.
That was new to me, too. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteYou have again taught me something. Now someone needs to teach Mr. Google, as when you ask for images of cobblestones, it gives images of both cobblestones and sets.
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