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 1927 English Tudor’s original architecture was a big inspiration for Saban and Klimes, with details throughout nodding to that touchpoint—arches, textured stucco, and cobblestone pavers, among others. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2025 The crew was seen operating an excavator, and slamming what appeared to be a sledgehammer, to pull out the colorful sidewalk pavers. Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2025 Haxter further revealed that the fabric is produced to withstand the weight of trucks and road pavers during construction work. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2025 It is focused on doing away with concrete and replacing it with permeable pavers so water seeps in, rather than running out. Leyla Shokoohe, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Sep. 2025 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 24 Oct. 2025.

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