Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grain of sand
noun
/ɡreɪn əv sænd/
Definition
A small, fine particle of sand that makes up a beach or desert.
Examples
- The beach was covered with millions of grains of sand.
- He felt as small as a grain of sand in the vastness of the universe.
- Each grain of sand has a unique shape and texture.
Meaning
A grain of sand refers to one of the tiny fragments that compose sandy environments, often used metaphorically to indicate something small or insignificant.
Synonyms
- Sand particle
- Particle of sand
- Bit of sand
