sandy

adjective

ˈsan-dē 

sandier; sandiest

1

a

: consisting of or containing sand : full of sand

b

: sprinkled with sand

2

: of the color sand

sandiness noun

Synonyms

• blond
• blonde
• fair
• flaxen
• golden
• straw
• tawny

Examples of sandy in a Sentence

The soil in my garden is very sandy.

the child with sandy hair really stood out among the brunettes

Recent Examples on the Web

As energetic young crowds descend on the sandy beaches dancing dusk until dawn, wellness-minded hippies retreat to the bohemian hamlets in the quieter parts of the island. —Monica Mendal, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2024

Additionally, there’s a 1.5-acre saltwater lagoon that offers a sandy beach complete with swim-out islands. —Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

sandy

adjective

ˈsan-dē 

sandier; sandiest

1

: consisting of, containing, or sprinkled with sand

2

: of a yellowish gray color

Geographical Definition

Sandy

geographical name

ˈsan-dē 

city in northern Utah south of Salt Lake City population 87,461