Coarse-grained (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Not having a fine texture; "coarse-grained wood"; "large-grained sand".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The hiking boots were rough and made of coarse-grained leather that scratched against her calves.
- The ancient wooden statue was carved from coarse-grained oak that was beginning to show signs of decay.
- The large rock formations were made of coarse-grained granite that sparkled in the sunlight.
- She didn't like the coarse-grained scrub that scratched her skin when she used it in the shower.
- The beautiful coral reef was contrasted with the coarse-grained sand at the ocean floor.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency; "granular sugar"; "the photographs were grainy and indistinct"; "it left a mealy residue".
Classification
All adjective clusters.