What is the collective noun for stones?

There isn't one definitive collective noun for stones. However, here are some options depending on the context:

General:

* A pile of stones

* A heap of stones

* A cluster of stones

* A collection of stones

More specific:

* A cairn of stones (a pile of stones often used as a marker)

* A bed of stones (stones used in a garden or for a path)

* A scattering of stones (for a more random arrangement)

* A field of stones (for a large area covered in stones)

Ultimately, the best collective noun to use depends on the specific situation and the way you want to describe the stones.