paver

noun

pav·​er ˈpā-vər How to pronounce paver (audio)
1
: one that paves
2
: a stone, brick, or block used for paving a surface

Examples of paver in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Tip 20: Use concrete pavers Photo: Paul Bradbury/Getty Images Concrete pavers are a bit like outdoor tiles and a popular flooring option for patios, walkways, or driveways. Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 7 Aug. 2024 If the blocks need to be laid horizontally rather than vertically, the factory has the ability to produce pavers of various heights as well. New Atlas, 30 July 2024 Look for tripping hazards to address like cracked, sinking, or heaved pavers. Heather Zidack, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2024 The light gray of the stone pavers creates subtle texture and elegance that contrast nicely with the dark couch. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 24 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for paver 

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of paver was in the 15th century

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“Paver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paver. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.

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