clay
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B1
/kleɪ/
malleable earth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'clay' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'clǣg', where it referred to sticky earth.
Historical Evolution
'clǣg' transformed into the Middle English word 'clay', and eventually became the modern English word 'clay'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sticky earth', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a natural earthy material that is plastic when wet, consisting essentially of hydrated silicates of aluminum, used for making bricks, pottery, etc.
The artist molded the clay into a beautiful vase.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45