Sandbar (noun)

1. A long, narrow ridge of sand formed in shallow water, especially in a river or at the mouth of the sea.
2. A raised area of sand in a desert or on a beach.

Origin:

Late 17th century: from sand + bar.

Examples:

1. The boat ran aground on a sandbar in the river.
2. The sandbar provided a place for the animals to rest and escape the heat.
3. Fishing was good near the sandbar, where the water was shallow and clear.
4. The sandbar was a popular spot for tourists, who enjoyed sunbathing and swimming.
5. The sandbar was constantly shifting and changing, due to the currents and tides.