spîlôn

Spîlôn is a term used in some Kurdish dialects, particularly Sorani, to refer to a small, often rough-hewn stone or pebble. These stones are typically found in natural environments, such as riverbeds or on the ground. The size of a spîlôn can vary, but they are generally small enough to be held in one's hand. Their texture can range from smooth, if worn by water, to more jagged and irregular. In traditional contexts, spîlôn might have been used for various practical purposes, such as ballast, simple tools, or even in children's games. The word itself carries a sense of the ordinary and readily available, referring to a common element of the natural landscape. While not a significant geological term, it reflects a specific cultural and linguistic categorization of small stones within Kurdish communities. The etymology of the word is not widely documented in formal linguistic studies, but its usage is consistent across different regions where it is employed.