[sand], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a loose granular substance, typically pale yellowish brown, resulting from the erosion of siliceous and other rocks and forming a major constituent of beaches, river beds, the seabed, and deserts
(e.g: this magical coast boasts mile upon mile of golden sand)

- a light yellow-brown colour like that of sand

- firmness of purpose
(e.g: no one has the sand to stand against him)


Phrases:
- the sands of time

Origin:
Old English sand, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch zand and German Sand

[sand], (Verb)

Definitions:
- smooth or polish with sandpaper or a mechanical sander
(e.g: mask off the area to be painted and sand it down)

- sprinkle or overlay with sand, to give better purchase on a surface


Phrases:
- the sands of time

Origin:
Old English sand, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch zand and German Sand