sand dune

noun

: a hill of sand near an ocean or in a desert that is formed by the wind

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Large waves and elevated water levels could also lead to beach erosion and sand dune breaches. — CBS News, 26 Sep. 2026 It has also been called a transcendent entity floating above the city like a cloud hovering over the ground, a lakeside sand dune and a giant park canopy blending with the surrounding gardens. — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 Layers of padded fabric created a rippling sand dune effect, while the structured bodice and exaggerated shoulders gave the look a futuristic edge. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 23 July 2026 Tackle Europe’s tallest sand dune, Dune du Pilat, which looms nearly 330 feet high over the Atlantic and dates back nearly 4,000 years. — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sand dune

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“Sand dune.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sand%20dune. Accessed 8 Oct. 2026.

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