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texture

/ˈtɛkst͡ʃɚ/noun2 syllables

Texture means: the physical composition of something (especially with respect to the size and shape of the small constituents of a substance).

Synonyms for texture1

noun, as in the physical composition of something (especially with respect to the size and shape of the small constituents of a substance)

grain

What does texture mean?5

noun

1

the physical composition of something (especially with respect to the size and shape of the small constituents of a substance)“breadfruit has the same texture as bread”

2

the feel of a surface or a fabric“the wall had a smooth texture”

3

the essential quality of something“the texture of Neapolitan life”

4

the musical pattern created by parts being played or sung together“then another melodic line is added to the texture”

5

the characteristic appearance of a surface having a tactile quality

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

Texture in a sentence

  • Also, after it is whipped, a fluffy texture emerges.orcrist
  • The taste is fine, but the texture is awful.ddnktr
  • Spinach contains a lot of iron, but not everyone likes its texture.samir_t
  • For a more authentic texture, use a mortar and pestle instead of a blender.Lumi
  • Line art emphasizes form and outline, over color, shading, and texture.CM
  • I really like the crisp texture of gizzards.WestofEden
  • The grainy texture of these mashed potatoes is deeply unpleasant.Vanilla
  • This yarn will give the garment a softer texture.Vanilla

Sentences from Tatoeba, CC BY 2.0 FR, credited to their authors.

Forms of texture

as a noun

plural
textures