Covers with blacktop is a term used to describe the process of PAVING a surface with asphalt. PAVING is the process of laying down a layer of asphalt on a surface, such as a road or driveway, in order to make it smoother and more durable. The term 'covers with blacktop' is often used to refer to the process of PAVING a surface with asphalt, which is also known as 'PAVING' and is abbreviated as 'PAVES' in crossword puzzles.