26984 words

pave

3 definitions • 2 examples
1
to cover an area of ground with a hard, flat surface of pieces of stone, concrete, or bricks:

Examples:

The area near the beach is paved with bricks set in patterns.
2
to cover an area of ground or a road with materials such as stone, concrete, or bricks that will form a hard, level surface
3
to make it possible for someone to do something or for something to happen:

Examples:

This merger will revolutionize the industry and pave the way for more international alliances.

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