adjective
- constructed or surfaced with macadam, a type of road surface made of layers of compacted stone or gravel bound with tar or asphalt
Usage: often used in historical or technical contexts; named after John Loudon McAdam, a Scottish engineer
Examples
- The macadamized road was smooth and well-maintained.
- In the early 20th century, many rural roads were macadamized to improve transportation.
- The macadamized surface provided better traction than the old dirt path.
- Engineers chose to build a macadamized highway through the valley.
- The town's macadamized streets required regular repairs after harsh winters.