paved

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English

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Etymology

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From Middle English paved, ypavyd, equivalent to pave +‎ -ed.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /peɪvd/
  • Audio (US):(file)
  • Rhymes: -eɪvd

Adjective

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paved

  1. Covered in pavement; having a hard surface, as of concrete or asphalt.
  2. (figuratively) Laid out or made, as intentions, desires, plans, etc.
    The road to Hell is paved with good intentions.

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Verb

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paved

  1. simple past and past participle of pave

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