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Wordabulary

gravel

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

Small, loose pieces of stone, often used to cover paths or roads.

"Their car crunched over the gravel driveway as it pulled up to the house."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

pebbles

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "Their car crunched over the _____ driveway as it pulled up to the house."

Answer: gravel

In your own words, what does "gravel" mean?

Small, loose pieces of stone, often used to cover paths or roads.

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