geklipsten

Geklips ten is a Dutch term that literally means “stones that have been clipped.” The expression is not a standard, widely used technical term, and its meaning can vary by field and region. In general, geklipsten refers to stones that have been trimmed, cut, or notched to achieve a more regular form or to fit together in a construction or decorative scheme.

In geology, masonry, or stoneworking contexts, geklipsten may describe blocks that have been prepared for building, with edges trimmed, chamfered, or otherwise modified to create uniform faces or joints. The description emphasizes the stone’s altered, finished state rather than its natural surface. In such use, the term highlights the work performed on the stone rather than its original natural condition.

In archaeology or lithic studies, the term may appear in regional or historical writings to denote stones that have been chipped or worked to produce a tool or implement. However, in mainstream terminology, artifacts of this kind are usually described with more specific terms related to lithic reduction or tool manufacture. Consequently, the precise meaning of geklipsten should be inferred from the surrounding text and field context.

Etymology: derived from klip, meaning stone or clip, with the prefix ge- indicating a resulting state. See also: klip, steenbewerking, masonry, lithic technology.