Noun: asphalt 'as,folt [N. Amer], 'as,falt or 'as,fólt [Brit]
- A dark bituminous substance found in natural beds and as residue from petroleum distillation; consists mainly of hydrocarbons
"asphalt was historically used for waterproofing and as a preservative";
- mineral pitch
- Mixed asphalt and crushed gravel or sand; used especially for paving but also for roofing
"The crew laid fresh asphalt on the driveway"
Derived forms: asphalted, asphalting, asphalts
Type of: mineral, pave, pavement, paving, paving material
Encyclopedia: Asphalt, Kentucky