Roadwork (noun)

1. Work performed on a road or highway, such as repairs, construction, or maintenance.
2. Construction or improvement of a road or highway.

Origin:

From noun road + work.

Examples:

1. The roadwork caused major traffic delays during rush hour.
2. The roadwork was expected to take several months to complete.
3. The roadwork was necessary to repair the damaged road.
4. The roadwork was being done to upgrade the highway.
5. The roadwork was a major project to improve the infrastructure of the city.