Definition

Having a texture or appearance similar to sand.

Example

The beach had a sandlike quality that made it perfect for sunbathing.

Conversation

Have you seen that new beach volleyball court?

Yeah, I love how they used sandlike material for the surface.

It really looks like real sand, doesn’t it?

Absolutely! It makes playing so much more enjoyable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sandlike → It is formed from "sand" (from Old English *sand*, meaning loose granular material) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "sandlike" means resembling or similar to sand.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'similar to' ('-like') 'loose granular material' ('sand'). This helps you remember that 'sandlike' describes something that resembles sand.

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