sandman

[US]/ˈsænd.mæn/
[UK]/ˈsændˌmæn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a mythical being who brings sleep to children; an elf or fairy associated with sleep
Word Forms
Pluralsandmen

Phrases & Collocations

sandman cometh

sandman dreams

sandman lullaby

sandman stories

sandman magic

sandman night

sandman visit

sandman tales

sandman sleep

sandman journey

Example Sentences

the sandman brings dreams to children at night.

many believe the sandman is a mythical figure.

parents often tell stories about the sandman.

the sandman sprinkles sand to help you sleep.

children eagerly await the arrival of the sandman.

in some cultures, the sandman is seen as a guardian of dreams.

stories about the sandman often include magical elements.

the sandman is often depicted with a bag of sand.

children hope the sandman visits them every night.

the legend of the sandman has been passed down for generations.

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