Aeolian processes, also spelled eoulian, [1] pertain to wind activity in the study of geology and weather and specifically to the wind's ability to shape the surface of the Earth (or other planets).

The meaning of AEOLIAN is of or relating to Aeolus.

Following the definitions of Reheis and Kihl (1995), total aeolian flux is defined as the rate of deposition of material in grams per square meter per year (g m–2yr–1).

pertaining to Aeolus, or to the winds in general. Usually aeolian of or caused by the wind; windblown.

AEOLIAN definition: 1. produced or carried by the wind: 2. giving a particular musical sound caused by or as if caused…. Learn more.

Aeolian, n. & adj. meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary

Geomorphic processes performed by the wind are called eolian processes, or aeolian after the Greek god of the wind Aeolus. The work of wind shapes the Earth's surface into landforms from the sublime …

Definition of aeolian adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Apr 17, 2024 · Eolian refers to wind-related geological processes, like the creation of dunes, while Aeolian pertains to wind but often specifically links to music, such as the Aeolian mode in Western …

Jan 8, 2026 · An aeolian landform is a part of the landscape shaped by the wind. Examples of aeolian landforms include sand dunes, snow and ice structures, and areas of wind-eroded stone known as …