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Sand-dune
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Meanings of Sand-dune
Noun
- A sand dune is a hill made of sand that is formed by the wind.
Explanation of the word: Sand-dune
A sand dune is a large pile of sand that looks like a hill. It is formed by the wind blowing sand around. You can see them in places like deserts and beaches.
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Translations for the word: Sand-dune
hindi
रेत-टील
ret-teel
रेत का टीला
ret ka teela
रेत का पहाड़
ret ka pahad
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Sand-dune
What does 'sand-dune' mean?
A sand dune is a hill made of sand that is formed by the wind. You can find them in deserts and near beaches.
How do you pronounce 'sand-dune'?
You say it like this: 'sand' (like the stuff you play with at the beach) and 'dune' (which rhymes with 'moon'). So, it sounds like 'sand-doon'.
What is the origin of the word 'sand-dune'?
The word 'dune' comes from the French word 'dune', which means a hill of sand. It has been used in English for a long time to describe these sandy hills.
What is the meaning of 'sand-dune' in Hindi?
The word 'sand-dune' in Hindi is 'रेत का टीला' (Ret ka Teela).