paver

This term is primarily used in construction and landscaping contexts. When referring to the material, it describes a modular unit designed for durability and stability under foot or vehicle traffic, distinguishing it from poured concrete or asphalt which are seamless surfaces.

When referring to the agent, the word can describe either a skilled laborer or a heavy piece of industrial machinery. In professional contracting, the distinction between a manual paver and a mechanical paver is usually clear from the surrounding context of the project scale.