sandy

adjective

ˈsan-dē 

sandier; sandiest

1

a

: consisting of or containing sand : full of sand

b

: sprinkled with sand

2

: of the color sand

sandiness noun

Synonyms

• blond
• blonde
• fair
• flaxen
• golden
• straw
• tawny

Examples of sandy in a Sentence

The soil in my garden is very sandy.

the child with sandy hair really stood out among the brunettes

Recent Examples on the Web

Parallel to the water’s edge, a paved walkway winds toward the east end of Lakeshore Drive, where a small sandy beach, playground, and charming historic gazebo create the perfect backdrop for watching the sun melt into the horizon. —Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025

The sandy beaches of South Beach only had a smattering of sun bathers, sand castle builders, joggers and swimmers. —Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 22 Mar. 2025

Its 14 coastal communities, endless stretch of sandy beaches, vibrant food scene, and countless attractions all come together in a place that feels like it was made for you. —Nicholas Derenzo, AFAR Media, 21 Mar. 2025

These days, Ndola’s team only manages to sweep the sandy stretch where its guests gather for champagne sundowners. —Chris Schalkx, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for sandy

• bandy
• brandy
• candy
• dandy
• grandee
• randy
• shandy

Kids Definition

sandy

adjective

ˈsan-dē 

sandier; sandiest

1

: consisting of, containing, or sprinkled with sand

2

: of a yellowish gray color

Geographical Definition

Sandy

geographical name

ˈsan-dē 

city in northern Utah south of Salt Lake City population 87,461