tar
mac
Plural
tarmacs
1
a paved surface having compressed layers of broken rocks held together with tar
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2
a type of road surface made of tar mixed with crushed stone, commonly used for runways and road
Tarmac is a type of material used for paving roads, driveways, and airports. It is made by mixing crushed stones or gravel with tar, creating a smooth and durable surface. Tarmac is often used in road construction because it is strong, weather-resistant, and can handle heavy traffic. Over time, the word "tarmac" has become a common term for any paved road or surface, even though it originally referred to the specific material used in road building.
- Workers laid fresh tarmac on the main highway.
- She preferred driving on tarmac roads for their smoothness.
- The airplane taxied smoothly on the tarmac.
- They sealed the tarmac to extend its lifespan.
- The tarmac needed resurfacing after years of heavy use.
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