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clay soil
Definition
Clay soil is a type of soil that is made up of very small particles.
It is sticky when wet and hard when dry.
Clay soil is good for plants that need a lot of water, but it can be difficult to work with.
How can the word be used?
Clay soil is often found in river valleys and deltas.
Different forms of the word
Noun:
Singular: clay soil.
Plural: clay soils.
Adjective:
Clayey soil: soil that is high in clay content.
Etymology
The word "clay soil" is made up of two words: "clay" and "soil". The word "clay" comes from the Old English word "clǣg", which also means "clay". The word "soil" comes from the Old English word "sœl", which also means "earth".
Question
What are the features of clay soil?