Definition of granule
1 : a small particle; especially : one of numerous particles forming a larger unit
2 : any of the small short-lived brilliant spots on the sun's photosphere
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is there one granule of truth in that statement?
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The granules are applied to the soil under the plants, following label instructions.
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The granules of stone embedded in the slightly crumbling concrete.
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Origin and Etymology of granule
Late Latin granulum, diminutive of Latin granum grain
First Known Use: 1652
GRANULE Defined for English Language Learners
granule
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: a small grain or piece of something
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granule
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1a: a little grain or small particle; especially : one of a number of particles forming a larger unitb: a small sugar-coated pill
2: a clump of actinomycetes in a lesion
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