paving
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a hard, flat surface made of stone, brick, or concrete for walking or driving on.
n.the durable surface layer of a road, pavement, or floor, typically composed of stone, concrete, or asphalt.
Simple“The old stone paving in the town square was slippery after the rain.”
In context“The contractor recommended permeable paving to ensure proper drainage and prevent water from pooling near the building's foundation.”
- 02 C1 Advanced
n.the flat stones or blocks used to cover the ground.
n.individual slabs or blocks, such as flagstones, used to create a paved surface.
Simple“We need to replace a few pieces of broken paving in the garden.”
In context“The restoration project required hand-cut granite paving to match the original nineteenth-century aesthetic of the cathedral's interior.”
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.describing things used to make a hard surface on the ground.
adj.pertaining to the materials, tools, or process of laying a pavement.
Simple“The workers left their paving stones on the side of the road.”
In context“The city council approved a new budget for paving repairs across the historic district this summer.”
“The state's high court denied the request, paving the way for the mistrial.”