pavement pavement /ˈpeɪvmənt/

noun

1. () The paved surface of a thoroughfare  ( paving , pavement )
   the paved surface of a thoroughfare
    We used paving stones to create a patio area in the garden
   We used paving stones to create a patio area in the garden
   
   
2. () [British] Walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway  ( pavement [British] , sidewalk [ N. American] )
   walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway
     The pedestrians strolled along the busy sidewalk.
   The pedestrians strolled along the busy sidewalk.
   
   
3. () Material used to pave an area  ( paving , paving material , pavement )
   material used to pave an area