pave the way for something Definition

pave
verb

paved, paving
1. To surface (especially a footpath, but also a street, etc) with stone slabs, cobbles, etc.

Thesaurus: cover, surface, asphalt, tar, macadamize, tile.

Derivative: paved
adj

Idiom: pave the way for something or someone

To prepare for and make way for its introduction or development, or for their arrival.

Etymology: 14c: from Latin pavire to ram or tread down.