pave
/peɪv; pev/ v
1 [esp passive 尤用於被动语态
Tn, Tn.pr]
~ sth (with sth) cover (a surface) with flat stones or bricks 用石或砖铺（路）
The path is paved with concrete slabs. 这条路是用混凝土板铺成的.
2 (idm 习语) ,pave the `way (for sb/sth) create a situation in which sth specified is possible or can happen （为某人[某事物]）创造条件, 做准备
His economic policies paved the way for industrial expansion. 他的经济政策为工业的扩展铺平了道路. the road to hell is paved with good intentions => road.