paving
n. uncountablen. the hard surface of a path or road, usually made of flat stones or bricks. It is the material used to cover the ground so people can walk or drive on it easily.
n. a hard surface layer for a road, path, or floor, typically composed of stone, brick, or concrete blocks. Refers to both the material itself and the finished surface.
The workers are laying new paving in the garden.
The city council replaced the old asphalt with stone paving to give the historic district a more traditional look.
Intricate patterns of decorative paving can significantly enhance the aesthetic appeal of public plazas while providing a durable surface capable of withstanding heavy pedestrian traffic over several decades.
Often used as a collective term for the material; 'paving stones' is used when referring to individual units.