"kinetic sand" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Introduced as a trademark by the Spin Master company. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} kinetic sand (uncountable)
  1. Sand coated with polydimethylsiloxane so that it never dries out, used as a plaything for its unusual physical properties. Wikipedia link: Spin Master Tags: uncountable

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