Correct spelling for the English word "cley" is [klˈe͡ɪ], [klˈeɪ], [k_l_ˈeɪ] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
The word "cley" has multiple etymologies based on its context and usage. Here are a few possibilities:
1. Cley as a noun: In this usage, "cley" refers to a clay-like substance or the fine-grained sediment that forms clay. The noun "cley" ultimately comes from Old English "clǣg", which means "clay". This Old English word has Germanic origins and can be traced back to Proto-Germanic "*klajjaz".
2. Cley as a verb: In some dialects, "cley" can also be used as a verb, meaning to smear or daub with clay. The verb form of "cley" derives from the noun "cley" itself, with the addition of the typical verb suffix "-ey" or "-y" used in certain dialects.
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