Blacktop

usgb/ˈblæktɑːp/
noun

A hard surface made of asphalt used for paving roads and driveways.

The new blacktop on the road made driving much smoother.
Visual representation of "blacktop" - A hard surface made of asphalt used for paving roads and driveways.

Often appears as...

  • fresh blacktop
  • blacktop surface

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Community

The term can evoke a sense of shared experience in neighborhoods.

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Many children have memories of biking or playing on blacktop.
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Construction

It is often related to road construction.

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Blacktop is a common material used in urban developments.
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Outdoor Activities

Blacktop surfaces are used for various outdoor games.

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You might find basketball courts made of blacktop.
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