macadamite

/ˌmækəˈdæmɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of asphalt or bitumen, particularly one used in road construction, consisting of a mixture of tar and small stones, gravel, or sand.

“The city engineers decided to replace the old macadamite road with a new asphalt surface for better safety.”

Synonyms

  • asphalt
  • tarmac

Antonyms

  • gravel
  • sand