dune
1 synonym and 1 antonym for dune, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A mound or ridge of loose sand shaped by wind or water.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
sand dune
Antonyms
How to use dune
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sand dune
dune buggy
rolling dunes
Etymology
From Dutch duin via Middle Dutch, itself thought to trace back to a Celtic word for a fortified mound — the same root that gave English the word "down" (as in the South Downs).
Full origin of dune →Frequently asked questions
What does “dune” mean?
The word “dune” means a mound or ridge of loose sand shaped by wind or water. In plain terms, a hill of sand piled up naturally, found on beaches and in deserts.
How do you pronounce “dune”?
“Dune” is pronounced dyoon (/djuːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “dune” in a sentence?
Here is “dune” used in a sentence: “The children raced each other up the tallest dune on the beach.”
What is the opposite of “dune”?
The opposite of “dune” — its antonyms — is dike.
What part of speech is “dune”?
“Dune” is a noun.
Where does the word “dune” come from?
The word “dune” comes from Dutch. From Dutch duin via Middle Dutch, itself thought to trace back to a Celtic word for a fortified mound — the same root that gave English the word "down" (as in the South Downs).
Is “dune” a common word?
“Dune” is an uncommon word in modern English.
