Definition of the word sand

The word "sand" has its roots in Old English. The Proto-Germanic word "sandiz" is believed to have been derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "sáw-," which means "to grow or spread." This root is also seen in other English words such as "sow" and "seed." In Old English, the word "sand" referred specifically to fine, loose, or powdery particles of rock or mineral, often used for building or landscaping. The word has undergone little change in its spelling or meaning over the centuries, and is still used to refer to the small, granular particles found on beaches, in deserts, and in other environments. The word "sand" has also been incorporated into many other languages, including Latin ("sabula"), Greek ("ápsa"), and French ("sable"), often with the same meaning.