Clayey Sediment Crossword Clue

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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: MARL

Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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1	99%	4		Exact Match!
2	38%	6		Associated with sediment that is rich in clay minerals
3	37%	10		Clayey sediment used in brick-making

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "MARL" which means:

noun

• A loose and crumbling earthy deposit consisting mainly of calcite or dolomite; used as a fertilizer for soils deficient in lime

verb

• To cover with the earthy substance called marl.
• To cover, as part of a rope, with marline, marking a peculiar hitch at each turn to prevent unwinding.

An example sentence would be:

• "The marl in that area is used for making bricks."
• "Fossils of marine animals can often be found in marl deposits."

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New York Times16 Apr 2008	Down 11
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