Aeolian processes, also spelled eolian, [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).

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).

The meaning of AEOLIAN is of or relating to Aeolus.

AEOLIAN definition: pertaining to Aeolus, or to the winds in general. See examples of Aeolian used in a sentence.

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

Seasonal processes outside of the polar caps are predominantly aeolian, with global dust storms, dust devils, and wind streaks occurring on annual and smaller time scales.

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 …

Aeolian processes, involving erosion, transportation, and deposition of sediment by the wind, occur in a variety of environments, including the coastal zone, semi-arid and arid regions (e.g., …

Dec 15, 2025 · 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 …