hard-surface

American  

[hahrd-sur-fis] / ˈhɑrdˈsɜr fɪs /

verb (used with object)

hard-surfaced, hard-surfacing

1. to make the surface of (something) hard or firm, as by compacting or paving it.

   to hard-surface a parking area.

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Etymology

Origin of hard-surface

An Americanism dating back to 1925–30

Example Sentences

For instance, the California Department of Education sets requirements for hard-surface areas at schools based on school size, grade level and a definition of “play” that prioritizes asphalt-oriented activities such as basketball and handball.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 18, 2023

He’s a hard-surface racer and, coming off a top-10 finish last week, sometimes wonders if he’ll lose some momentum trying to navigate around the Bristol dirt.

From Washington Times • Apr. 7, 2023

With two miles of hard-surface trails and four miles of natural-surface trails, you can select which hike best suits your family.

From Washington Post • Nov. 17, 2021

No hard-surface roads connect Juneau to the North American road network.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 9, 2021

A mile or so, and there was another hard-surface road branching off.

From Operation Terror by Leinster, Murray