: a hill or ridge of sand piled up by the wind
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We wandered over the dunes.
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They’re easily seen on Cumberland’s shore, grazing in the dunes to catch sea oats or scrubby vegetation on the island’s 18 miles of untouched beach.
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Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024
After a short walk through the dunes to a panoramic viewpoint, participants settle at their tables to dine outdoors on Aussie fare.
—Nile Cappello, AFAR Media, 27 Dec. 2024
The dunes are an imprint that hints at the forces that sculpt the seafloor, allowing scientists to trace the transport of volcanic material after it was swept into the sea.
—Ashley Balzer Vigil, Ars Technica, 21 Dec. 2024
Although the preserve is closed to the public, there’s a nice trail on its northern side that features native plants, ocean views and opportunities to peek into the dunes.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024
After a short walk through the dunes to a panoramic viewpoint, participants settle at their tables to dine outdoors on Aussie fare.
—Nile Cappello, AFAR Media, 27 Dec. 2024
The dunes are an imprint that hints at the forces that sculpt the seafloor, allowing scientists to trace the transport of volcanic material after it was swept into the sea.
—Ashley Balzer Vigil, Ars Technica, 21 Dec. 2024
Although the preserve is closed to the public, there’s a nice trail on its northern side that features native plants, ocean views and opportunities to peek into the dunes.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Dune.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dune. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.
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dune
noun
: a hill or ridge of sand piled up by the wind
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