Meaning of 'Set in stone'
What does the saying 'Set in stone' mean?
Idiom: Set in stone
Meaning:
If something is set in stone, it cannot be changed or altered.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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