Clayey: meaning, definitions and examples

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clayey

[ ˈkleɪi.i ]

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soil composition

Consisting of or resembling clay; having a high proportion of clay in the soil.

Synonyms

clay-like, muddy, sticky

Examples of usage

The clayey soil was perfect for pottery making.
Farmers struggled to grow crops in the clayey terrain.

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texture

Having a smooth, sticky texture like that of clay.

Synonyms

flexible, malleable, pliable

Examples of usage

Her clayey hands were evidence of a productive day in the pottery studio.
The artist created a clayey sculpture that captured the essence of nature.

Translations

Translations of the word "clayey" in other languages:

🇵🇹 argiloso

🇮🇳 मिट्टीदार

🇩🇪 tonhaltig

🇮🇩 berlempung

🇺🇦 глинистий

🇵🇱 gliniasty

🇯🇵 粘土質 (ねんどしつ)

🇫🇷 argileux

🇪🇸 arcilloso

🇹🇷 killi

🇰🇷 점토질

🇸🇦 طيني

🇨🇿 jílovitý

🇸🇰 ílovitý

🇨🇳 粘土质 (niántǔ zhì)

🇸🇮 ilovnat

🇮🇸 leirkennt

🇰🇿 сазды

🇬🇪 თიხიანი

🇦🇿 gillic

🇲🇽 arcilloso

Word origin

The word 'clayey' originates from the Middle English word 'clai', which ultimately comes from the Old English word 'clǣġ'. Clay has been an essential material for human civilization, used in pottery, construction, and various artistic endeavors. Its properties of malleability and durability have made it a valuable resource throughout history.