Sand/sænd/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/3Natural Scenery Often used to describe peaceful and scenic outdoor areas, like beaches. The sand dunes provided a stunning backdrop. Pro Tip 2/3Texture Descriptor Can describe a surface quality—fine, rough, or crystalline. I love the feel of cool, fine sand under my feet. Pro Tip 3/3Not Just Deserts Remember, sand isn't exclusive to deserts; it's also common in other environments. You'll find lots of sand at the riverbank, too.