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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The city began planning the renovation of 16th Street in 2007, primarily attributing the increasing maintenance costs of its granite paver surface as the need for it. — Logan Smith, CBS News, 23 Aug. 2026 One and a half million dollars to replace brick pavers in Lafayette Park, across from the White House? — Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2026 Equipment failures, especially of pavers, can pose setbacks during resurfacing. — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 15 Aug. 2026 Systems like Belgard’s permeable pavers allow rainwater to filter into the ground instead of running off, which helps manage stormwater and support a healthier landscape. — Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for paver

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of paver was in the 15th century

Rhymes for paver

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“Paver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paver. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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