Rock
/rɒk/noun
A solid mineral material forming part of the surface of the earth and other similar planets.
Did you know?The word 'rock' is linked to ancient concepts of stability and strength, often used in rituals to invoke protection and grounding.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*rēg-
“to move in a straight line, lead, rule, or direct, evoking stability.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
ῥάξ (rhax)
“a stone or rock, often used symbolically for strength or permanence.”
Latin
Latin
rocca
“a rock or cliff; associated with steadfastness and immovability.”
Old English
Old English
rocc
“a rock or stone, foundational to the landscape and often referenced in texts.”
14th Century
Middle English
rok
“a stone or boulder, denoting something solid and enduring.”
Modern English
English
rock
“a naturally occurring solid aggregate of minerals or mineraloid matter.”