Word Meaning

Meaning of "keystone" and the crossword clue

- Arch's principal surmounting piece
- Central part of a policy or system
- Central piece atop an arch
- Essential principle
- Wedge-shaped piece occupying an arch's centre
- The central or topmost stone of an arch. This in some styles is made different in size from the other voussoirs, or projects, or is decorated with carving. See Illust. of Arch.