asphalt

/ˈæʃfɔlt/
/ˈæsfɔlt/

noun

  1. A sticky, black and highly viscous liquid or semi-solid, composed almost entirely of bitumen, that is present in most crude petroleums and in some natural deposits.

  2. Asphalt concrete, a hard ground covering used for roads and walkways.

verb

  1. To pave with asphalt.