Meaning
Heavy, sticky earth that becomes hard when dry and is used to make pots and bricks.
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Word origin
From Old English claeg, meaning sticky earth.
- Origin
- Old English
- Root
- claeg
Examples
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Clay is soft earth you can shape with your hands.
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Clay becomes hard and strong when it is heated.
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Wet clay is thick and sticky, like heavy mud.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 27, lesson 12: clay, unlike, relation and 5 more words.