ballised

/ˈbælɪzɪd/

Definitions

1. verb

to cover or treat the surface of something, especially a road, with a layer of small stones or aggregate to improve its surface and facilitate drainage.

“The road was ballised to prevent water from accumulating during rainy seasons.”

2. noun

the act of ballising something.

“The process of ballising the road took several days to complete.”

Synonyms

  • chipping
  • macadamising
  • surfacing

Antonyms

  • asphalt
  • pavement