mcadam

/mækədæm/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of pavement or road surface made from layers of tar and stone or gravel

“The city’s engineers decided to replace the old mcadam with a modern asphalt surface.”

2. proper noun

a town in the Shetland Islands, Scotland

“McAdam is known for its beautiful beaches and scenic hiking trails.”

Synonyms

  • pavement
  • tarred road

Antonyms

  • asphalt
  • smooth surface