Aeolian
adjective
Related to the wind; caused by or carried by the wind.
The aeolian sand dunes were constantly shifting with the wind.
Often appears as...
- aeolian processes
- aeolian deposition
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Of or relating to Aeolus, the ruler of the winds in ancient mythology.
The aeolian harp is named after Aeolus because it's played by the wind.
Often appears as...
- aeolian harp
- aeolian mode
Usage tips
Formal
Literary
adjective
Related to the wind; caused by or carried by the wind.
The aeolian sand dunes were constantly shifting with the wind.
Often appears as...
- aeolian processes
- aeolian deposition
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Of or relating to Aeolus, the ruler of the winds in ancient mythology.
The aeolian harp is named after Aeolus because it's played by the wind.
Often appears as...
- aeolian harp
- aeolian mode
Usage tips
Formal
Literary
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.
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.
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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