1. Plural of macadam; a type of road surface made of layers of small stones compacted together, often bound with tar or asphalt.
Usage: Often used in the context of road construction and infrastructure.; The term comes from John Loudon McAdam, a Scottish engineer who developed the technique.
2. Plural of macadam; macadamia nuts or macadamia trees.
Usage: Less common usage; typically 'macadamia nuts' or 'macadamias' is preferred for the nut.

Examples

• The city council approved funding to repair the macadams on the main highway.
• The old macadams were cracked and needed resurfacing.
• Modern roads are often constructed using macadams for durability.
• The contractor laid new macadams across the rural route.
• Macadams provide a smooth, stable surface for vehicle traffic.
• The bag of macadams made a delicious snack at the party.