close-grained

adjective

Definition of close-grainednext
as in comminuted

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for close-grained
  1. ground
  2. velvety
  3. smooth
  4. refined
Adjective
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper: Builds a base of flavor on the meat.
    Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2024
  • Rather than using the more common simple syrup in the three-ingredient drink, caster sugar, a finely ground sugar, was used instead, which reduced the drinks viscosity and let the base spirit shine.
    Lisa Shames, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2024
Definition of ground
Adjective
  • Plus, whisked eggs and lemon juice, tempered with a little hot broth to prevent scrambling, add ultra-velvety texture to the soup without using any cream.
    Kate Merker, Good Housekeeping, 6 Jan. 2021
  • Made of microfleece yarns, the warm blanket feels soft and velvety, according to reviews.
    Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 17 Nov. 2022
Definition of velvety
Adjective
  • Returning from larger stomping grounds to run one of the state’s most diverse cities is not always the smoothest transition, political experts have said.
    Shomik Mukherjee, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Trump thanked President Joe Biden for a smooth transition of power during their White House meeting.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of smooth
Adjective
  • An explosion of wealth brought along with it a desire for refined culture in a rough place.
    James Dziezynski, Outside Online, 10 Nov. 2024
  • International downstream earnings increased by $142 million due to higher margins on refined product sales, partly offset by higher operating expenses.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
Definition of refined
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