paved-road
|paved-road|
B1
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/peɪvd roʊd/
🇬🇧
/peɪvd rəʊd/
smooth surface road
Etymology
Etymology Information
'paved-road' originates from the combination of 'paved,' which comes from the Latin word 'pavimentum,' meaning 'a floor or pavement,' and 'road,' which comes from the Old English word 'rād,' meaning 'a riding or journey.'
Historical Evolution
'paved' changed from the Latin word 'pavimentum' to the Old French 'paver,' and eventually became the modern English word 'pave.' 'Road' evolved from the Old English 'rād' to the modern English 'road.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'paved' meant 'to cover with stones or bricks,' and 'road' meant 'a path for riding.' Over time, 'paved-road' evolved to mean a road with a hard, smooth surface.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42
