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

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The Thyses’ whimsical yard has since been reimagined for entertaining with multiple seating areas, a rebuilt pool, an outdoor kitchen, a covered retreat, a fire pit, new landscaping, stone pavers and lighting. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026 Boiling water is an effective way to kill white clover growing between hardscape, such as driveways, brick pavers, patios, and gravel walkways. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 10 June 2026 Fully saturate the moss on the surface and the cracks between pavers. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 June 2026 Utilizing natural flagstone, premium pavers, or specialized decorative borders creates a rhythmic, visually stunning path that naturally guides a viewer’s eye toward the home’s best architectural features. Kansas City Star, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for paver

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 15 Jun. 2026.

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