a setting with precious stones so closely set that no metal shows
"The royal carriage arrived on wheels of black iron paved entirely with diamonds, making it impossible to see any metal beneath the glittering surface."
cover with a material such as stone or concrete to make suitable for vehicle traffic
"pave the roads in the village"
To cover something with paving slabs.
"The workers paved the new garden path with red brick slabs to create a smooth walkway for guests."