Meaning of the word pave in English

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

pave

US /peɪv/
UK /peɪv/
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Verb

1.

cover (a piece of ground) with flat stones or bricks to make a path or road

Example:
They decided to pave the driveway with cobblestones.
The city plans to pave several new roads next year.
2.

create a situation that makes it easier for something to happen

Example:
His early research helped to pave the way for modern medicine.
The new policy aims to pave the way for economic growth.