Definition of asphalt

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • asphalt is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • asphalt is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • asphalt is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of asphalt


  • a dark bituminous substance found in natural beds and as residue from petroleum distillation; consists mainly of hydrocarbons (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. mineral pitch
  • cover with tar or asphalt (verb)

    Examples

    1. asphalt the driveway
  • mixed asphalt and crushed gravel or sand; used especially for paving but also for roofing (noun)

See definition of asphalt in Merriam Webster