clayey

Meanings

• noun

  A type of soil or mud that is rich in clay.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkleɪ(j)i/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

argillaceous , clayish

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Variants

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clay , clayey , clayish , claylike , clays

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Etymology

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From Old French 'claye' or Middle English 'claye', from clennan, 'to cleanse' due to the soil's ability to absorb water and be shaped.

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Trivia

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1. Clayey soil is often used in the construction of adobe houses.

2. The term 'clayey' is sometimes used to describe the texture of certain types of food, such as clayey peanut butter.

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Related Concepts

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1. Soil: A mixture of organic matter, minerals, water, and air that provides the foundation for plant growth.

2. Mud: A mixture of water and fine earth or clay, which can be wet and sticky.

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Culture

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Clayey soil has been used throughout history for pottery and brick making. In literature, the term 'clayey' is sometimes used metaphorically to describe something malleable or easily shaped.

How to Memorize "clayey"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a potter working with clayey soil to create a pot. Visualize the soil being shaped and molded.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'clayey' with the feeling of working with clay or mud. Think about the texture and consistency.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Clever Clay' to remember the word 'clayey'. Think of 'clay' being 'clever' because it can be shaped and molded.

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