Metalled

usgb/ˈmetld/
adjective

Covered or surfaced with mettle, like a road.

The metalled road leads to the small village.
Visual representation of "metalled" - Covered or surfaced with mettle, like a road.
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Road Material

Refers to roads that have a hard, durable surface made from compacted material like asphalt.

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Heavy trucks frequently use the metalled roads to avoid damage.
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Infrastructure Context

Commonly used when discussing the development and maintenance of roads and infrastructure.

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The government has invested in metalled roads to improve transportation.
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Contrast with 'Unmetalled'

Use 'metalled' to contrast with 'unmetalled' paths or roads, which are not surfaced and often more rugged.

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Unlike the bumpy unmetalled tracks, the metalled roads made for a smooth ride.
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