sandy

B1 · Intermediate

adj. having a light brownish-yellow colour like sand.

adj. having the pale yellowish-brown colour characteristic of sand.

“He has sandy hair that looks almost gold in the summer sun.”

“The portrait captured the subject's distinctive sandy beard and weathered complexion with remarkable accuracy.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Informal

n. a casual word for a sandwich.

n. an informal or diminutive term for a sandwich.

“I think I'll just have a quick ham sandy for lunch today.”

“The local deli became famous for its oversized chicken sandies, attracting a loyal following of office workers every lunchtime.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Computing Technical · American English

n. a special name used by pilots on the radio when they are helping soldiers on the ground.

n. a specific radio callsign assigned to aircraft performing close air support or search and rescue missions.

“The ground troops called for a Sandy to help them during the battle.”

“The pilot checked in as Sandy 01, orbiting the extraction zone to provide cover for the incoming rescue helicopters.”