Gravelling

/ˈɡrævəlɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The act of covering something with gravel or applying gravel as a surface (British spelling).

Etymology

From gravel (verb) + -ing (gerund/present participle suffix). This is the British spelling; American English uses 'graveling' with one 'l'.

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Gravelling roads and pathways was revolutionary in medieval times—it meant people could travel even in mud and rain, totally transforming how societies connected.

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