Definitions

1. verb

to cover or impregnate (a surface or material) with bitumen or asphalt

“The roads were bituminated last night to prevent accidents during the night.”

2. verb

to make something bituminous or impervious to water

“The waterproof coating bituminates the fabric, making it suitable for outdoor use.”

3. noun

a substance that bituminate a surface, such as asphalt or tar

“The bituminate on the road surface was a result of the recent paving work.”