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sand [ˈsænd]

1 sand noun
  • the very tiny, loose pieces of rock that cover beaches, deserts, etc.
  • an area of sand
  • the beach or desert

2 sand verb
  • to make the surface of something smooth by rubbing it with sandpaper —often + down
  • to spread sand over (an icy street, sidewalk, etc.) : to cover (something) with sand