red clay

• Type de sol ou d'argile de couleur rougeâtre en raison de sa forte teneur en oxyde de fer, souvent présent dans les régions chaudes et humides et utilisé en poterie, dans la construction ou comme surface pour des sports comme le tennis.

A type of soil or clay that is reddish in color due to high iron oxide content, often found in warm, humid regions and used in pottery, construction, or as a surface for sports like tennis.

1. Type of soilB1formal

   A reddish-colored soil rich in iron oxide, commonly found in warm, humid regions.

   argile rouge

   • The tennis court is made of red clay, which is common in Europe.
   • Red clay is often used for making pottery and bricks.
   • The region's red clay soil is excellent for growing certain crops.

2. Tennis surfaceB1formal

   A specific type of tennis court surface made from crushed brick or shale, known for its slow pace and high bounce.

   Terre battue (surface de tennis)

   • The French Open is played on red clay courts.
   • He is a specialist on red clay, winning many tournaments on that surface.
   • Playing on red clay requires a different strategy than on grass.