Gault — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈgȯlt/

Meaning & Definition of Gault

Gault (noun)

  1. a heavy thick clay soil

Gault (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in clay, mud

    similar: blackland, clay, gley, guck, gumbo, kaolin, muck, mud, clod, dirt, earth, ground, mold, soil, dust, gravel, sand, humus, loam, topsoil, alluvium, colluvium, detritus, loess, marl, sediment, shingle, silt, duff, mull, subsoil, substratum

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Gault

The most common words with a similar meaning to Gault:

blackland, clay, gley, guck, gumbo, kaolin, muck, mud, clod, dirt, earth, ground, mold, soil, dust, gravel, sand, humus, loam, topsoil, alluvium, colluvium, detritus, loess, marl, sediment, shingle, silt, duff, mull, subsoil, substratum

Origin & Etymology of Gault

perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse gald hard-packed snow

First known use: 1575

Frequently Asked Questions about Gault

What does "Gault" mean?

"Gault" means a heavy thick clay soil. As a noun, it is defined as: a heavy thick clay soil.

What is another word for "Gault"?

Other words for "Gault" include blackland, clay, gley, guck, gumbo, kaolin, muck and mud. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Gault" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Gault"?

There are 32 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Gault". Common alternatives include blackland, clay, gley, guck, gumbo, kaolin, muck, mud, clod and dirt.

Is "Gault" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Gault" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Gault"?

"Gault" is pronounced /ˈgȯlt/.

What is the origin of the word "Gault"?

"Gault" comes from perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse gald hard-packed snow. First known use: 1575.

What is another word for "Gault" meaning "as in clay, mud"?

When "Gault" (noun) means as in clay, mud, synonyms include blackland, clay, gley, guck, gumbo and kaolin.