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Macadam (Noun)

Broken stone used in macadamized roadways.

Nouns denoting substances.

The engineer carefully inspected the road surface, making sure it was evenly coated with a layer of macadam.
Before the advent of asphalt, roads were typically surfaced with a combination of gravel and macadam.
To prevent further damage, the town decided to reapply a new layer of compacted macadam to the old highway.
As a cheap and efficient material, crushed stone and macadam became a standard mixture for constructing country roads.
Construction teams often began roadbuilding by spreading a foundation of broken macadam and small stones before laying the surface material.

A paved surface having compressed layers of broken rocks held together with tar.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The old road was resurfaced with a layer of macadam to improve traction and durability.
The city's main street was paved with macadam to withstand the heavy traffic and harsh weather conditions.
The construction crew laid down a thick layer of macadam to create a stable base for the new highway.
The bike path was surfaced with a smooth layer of macadam, making it a popular route for cyclists.
The historic village's streets were still paved with the original macadam, giving them a charming and rustic appearance.