What is gault meaning?

The word "gault" can refer to several different things depending on the context.

In geology, "gault" is a specific type of blue-grey clay found in the Cretaceous period, typically in the southeast of England. It is known for containing fossils of marine life from that era, such as ammonites and belemnites.

In architecture and construction, "gault brick" is a type of brick made from the aforementioned gault clay. It is typically a pale, buff colour and was commonly used in buildings in the southeast of England, particularly during the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

In other contexts, "gault" may simply be a surname or a place name, and could refer to a specific individual or location.