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paved

The correct spelling is paved.

How to pronounce paved

/peɪvd/
verb

IPA: /peɪvd/

Say it like: Pav-ed

The correct spelling is paved. To cover something with paving slabs. For example: "The road to Hell is paved with good intentions."

Usage Examples

The road to Hell is paved with good intentions.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To cover something with paving slabs.
  2. 2.To cover with stone, concrete, blacktop or other solid covering, especially to aid travel.
  3. 3.To pave the way for; to make easy and smooth.

adjective

  1. 1.Covered in pavement; having a hard surface, as of concrete or asphalt.
  2. 2.Laid out or made, as intentions, desires, plans, etc.

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