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claggy

adj · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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  • /ˈklæɡi/
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1

adj

Meaning 1

Sticky or tacky.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: tar; glue or the like; tar; glue or the like

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2

adj

Meaning 2

Adhesive, having coal clinging to it.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: business, mining

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3

adj

Meaning 3

Having mineralised earth or other deposit adhered to it.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, numismatics

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History

Etymology

From clag + -y.