Tarmacadam (Noun)
Meaning 1
A paving material of tar and broken stone; mixed in a factory and shaped during paving.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The road was resurfaced with a new layer of tarmacadam to improve its durability and texture.
- Tarmacadam has been widely used as a paving material for roads and highways due to its ease of installation and maintenance.
- The local council decided to use tarmacadam for the new playground surface to provide a smooth and safe area for children to play.
- Despite its relatively high upfront cost, tarmacadam is often preferred over other paving materials due to its long lifespan and low maintenance requirements.
- The streets of the old town were repaved with tarmacadam in an effort to maintain the area's historic charm while still providing modern amenities.
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Meaning 2
A paved surface having compressed layers of broken rocks held together with tar.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.