Meaning of the word blacktop in English

What does blacktop mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

blacktop

US /ˈblæk.tɑːp/

UK /ˈblæk.tɒp/

a paved surface, especially for a road or playground, made with asphalt concrete

Example:

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The kids were playing basketball on the new blacktop.

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They decided to repave the driveway with blacktop.

Synonym:

asphalt tarmac macadam

to pave a surface with asphalt concrete

Example:

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The crew will blacktop the parking lot next week.

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They are planning to blacktop the entire road.

Synonym:

pave asphalt tar