kallio

Finnish

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Definitions
  • Rock, as the aggregate of solid mineral matter (stone) that constitutes a significant part of the earth's crust.
  • A rock, as a hill having no or just a little vegetation and consisting of solid rock.
  • (figuratively) A rock, as something that is strong, stable, and dependable.

Etymology

Derived from Proto-Germanic *hallijǭ.

Origin

Proto-Germanic

*hallijǭ

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