Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blaes

Noun

/bleɪz/

Definition

A term used to refer to a kind of small, flat stone or a type of clay found on the surface of the ground.

Examples

The children enjoyed digging in the blaes to search for small stones and treasures.
After the rain, the blaes turned muddy and became difficult to walk on.
The farmers used the blaes to help with the drainage of their fields.

Meaning

Blaes often refers to the loose, uneven soil or clay that can be found in certain geographical areas, particularly in Scotland. It is also used in geology to describe a specific type of clay aggregate.