Aeolian
/iːˈəʊliən/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Geographical Context
Used in geographic and environmental contexts to describe features shaped by the wind.
Aeolian landforms often evolve in desert regions.
Pro Tip 2/3Environmental Impact
Implies the wind's power to alter landscapes, ecosystems or create natural phenomena.
Researchers study aeolian transport to understand desertification.
Pro Tip 3/3Poetic Imagery
Brings a poetic, dynamic image to mind, illustrating nature’s influence on the earth.
The poet described the aeolian whispers of the autumn leaves.
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