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Mud

Geological material composed of sediment, clay, and water.

dirt earth ground

Mud is a type of geological material consisting of sediment, clay, and water.

Pronunciation

/mʌd/

Etymology

The word 'mud' comes from Old English 'mod', meaning soft earth or ground.

Explain Like I’m 5

Mud is like wet dirt that's easy to squish, made of tiny bits of rock and clay mixed with water.

Fun Facts

Mud volcanoes erupt liquid mud instead of lava
Some animals, like frogs, lay their eggs in mud
Mudskippers are fish that can walk on land using their fins

FAQ

What is mud? It's a mixture of sediment, clay, and water
Where does mud come from? It forms when soil is mixed with water
Can mud be used for building? Historically, some cultures have used mud bricks

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

loam mire sludge

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

sediment soil

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

clay silt alluvium

Meronyms — Parts or Components

water sediment clay

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

earth ground

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