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Belgian block
| 1. | A nearly cubical block of some tough stone, esp. granite, used as a material for street pavements. Its usual diameter is 5 to 7 inches. |
Belgian block
Belgian block[′bel·jən ¦bläk] (materials) A stone block used for paving, having the shape of a truncated pyramid, with a depth of 7-8 inches (18-20 centimeters), a base of 5-6 inches (13-15 centimeters) square, and a face opposite the base that is 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) or less smaller than the base. Any stone block used for paving. Belgian blockA hard paving stone, typically granite, roughly cut to the shape of a truncated pyramid, where the top is slightly smaller than the base. See also: stoneBelgian blockA type of paving stone generally cut in a truncated, pyramidal shape; laid with the base of the pyramid down. |