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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Ground covers can suppress weeds, protect topsoil from erosion and drought, and fill empty gaps between stepping stones, pavers, and barren ground. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 1 May 2026 Orange cones still lined the barriers, which have hexagonal pavers laid on the interior section. Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026 Square pavers and angular furniture are accented by high-contrast patterns on the throw pillows and ottomans for a super contemporary look. Cori Sears, The Spruce, 29 Apr. 2026 Through the Broadway streetscape project, basically everything from the roadway to the face of buildings is expected to be removed and put back in new, including concrete, brick pavers and street lights, according to Bauer. R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 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 6 May. 2026.

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