ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Aeolian

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /iˈoʊ.li.ən/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Aeolian is an adjective meaning of, or relating to the wind.

Meaning

of, or relating to the wind.

More Meanings

  1. (geology) carried, deposited or eroded by the wind.
  2. (music) Aeolian mode
  3. A lightweight fabric with a ribbed surface, generally made by combining silk and cotton, or silk and worsted warp and weft.

Word Forms

Synonyms for aeolian

Depending on context, synonyms include eolienne.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include fluvial, skinner, harp, eolic, aeolianitic, aeolic.

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