Definition

Related to the wind, especially in how it moves or affects the environment, such as carrying or shaping materials.

Example

The aeolian processes shaped the landscape over thousands of years.

Conversation

Have you ever heard that aeolian music that plays in the wind?

Yeah, it sounds so haunting and beautiful at the same time.

I love how it captures the essence of nature's sounds.

Definitely! It really makes you appreciate the aeolian effects in our environment.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A person from an ancient Greek group that lived in regions like Thessaly and Boeotia, known for settling on the island of Lesbos and nearby areas in Asia Minor.

Example

The Aeolian people were known for their contributions to ancient Greek culture.

Conversation

Did you know that the aeolian people were among the first to colonize Lesbos?

Really? I didn’t know that! What else do you know about them?

They were part of a group that settled along the coast of Asia Minor too.

Root Explanation

**Aeolian** → It originates from the Greek word "Aiolos" (meaning quick-moving or changeable), which refers to Aeolus, the god of the winds in Greek mythology. The term is used to describe things related to or produced by the wind, particularly in a musical context, such as the Aeolian harp, which is played by the wind.

Memory Tip

Imagine the god of the winds, Aeolus, and think of how the wind can create beautiful sounds — that's why 'aeolian' relates to things made by or associated with the wind.

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