Difference between Clay and Mud

Clay

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A mineral substance made up of small crystals of silica and alumina, that is ductile when moist; the material of pre-fired ceramics. An earth material with ductile qualities. A tennis court surface. (Biblical) The material of the human body.

Mud

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To make muddy, dirtyTo make turbid

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A dirty mixture of water and soilA plaster-like mixture used to texture or smooth drywall(construction industry slang) Wet concrete as it is being mixed, delivered and pouredWillfully abusive, even slanderous remarks or claims, notably between political opponentsMoney, doe, especially when proceeding from dirty business