Macadam: meaning, definitions and examples

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macadam

 

[ mษ™หˆkรฆdษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

road construction

Macadam refers to a type of road construction that uses layers of small broken stones to create a durable and stable surface. It was invented by Scottish engineer John Loudon McAdam in the early 19th century. This technique involves the careful placement and compaction of stones, which allows for effective drainage. Macadam roads became widely popular because of their cost-effectiveness and the relative ease of construction compared to other methods such as cobblestone paving.

Synonyms

gravel, pavement, roadbed

Examples of usage

  • The old town was paved with macadam roads.
  • They decided to build a macadam path through the park.
  • The engineer recommended a macadam surface for better drainage.
  • Many rural areas still use macadam for their roadways.

Translations

Translations of the word "macadam" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น macadame

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅˆเค•เคกเฅˆเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Makadam

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ makadam

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐะบะตะดะฐะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ makadam

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใ‚ซใƒ€ใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท macadam

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ macadam

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท makadam

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งˆ์นด๋‹ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุงูƒุงุฏุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ makadam

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ makadam

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฉฌๅกไธน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ makadam

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ makadamm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะบะฐะดะฐะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ™แƒแƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ makadam

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ macadam

Etymology

The term 'macadam' originates from the name of John Loudon McAdam, a Scottish engineer who pioneered this method of road construction in the early 1800s. McAdam's innovative approach focused on creating a stable road surface through the application of layers of crushed stone, which allowed for better drainage and durability. The concept was based on the idea that proper drainage was essential to road longevity and performance. Macadam roads quickly spread in popularity, especially in Europe and North America, thanks to their economical use of materials and straightforward construction techniques. Over time, the method has evolved and influenced modern road surfaces, including asphalt and concrete pavements.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,490, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.