noun
- plural of macadamisation; the process of constructing or surfacing a road with macadam (a type of pavement made of compacted layers of small stones bound with tar or asphalt)
Usage: chiefly British spelling; historical/technical term; often used in civil engineering and road construction contexts
Examples
- The macadamisations of rural roads in the 19th century improved transportation significantly.
- Several macadamisations were completed along the main highway during the construction season.
- The engineer oversaw multiple macadamisations across the county.
- Historical records document the macadamisations that transformed unpaved routes into durable roads.
- The cost of macadamisations increased substantially as demand for better roads grew.