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sand

sand

 
 
pronunciation:
saend
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition: tiny, loose grains of ground rock such as you can see on beaches and in deserts.
The sand on the beach felt soft under my feet.
 
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part of speech: verb
inflections: sands, sanding, sanded
definition: to polish or make smooth with sandpaper.
Maura sanded the board before painting it.
 
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  • sander:
    a machine or tool that you use to make things smooth.
  • sandy:
    full of or covered with sand.
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