close-grained

adjective

Definition of close-grainednext
as in comminuted

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for close-grained
  1. ground
  2. pulverized
  3. micronized
  4. reduced
  5. mulled
  6. velvety
  7. smooth
  8. refined
Adjective
  • As Russia’s ground offensive stalls, European officials warn the air war is growing more ruthless while Ukraine hits Russia’s Ust-Luga oil port and India’s leader presses publicly for an end to fighting.
    — Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The OutIn takes both pre-ground coffee and Nespresso’s original pods.
    — Cassie Gill, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of ground
Adjective
  • The fox was both here in this world with the nightingale and the pulverized worm, and also in a narrow pocket just behind it.
    — Hazlitt, Hazlitt, 19 Nov. 2025
Definition of pulverized
Adjective
  • Vitamin E and rice starch help absorb excess oil, while the micronized texture allows the powder to sit more evenly on skin for a matte finish that looks refined rather than heavy or powdery.
    — Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 25 June 2026
  • Mineral filters, on the other hand, are suspended particles that can sometimes leave a cast or alter foundation shades, though nano or micronized versions tend to sit more smoothly.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 May 2026
Definition of micronized
Adjective
  • If a community decides the potential benefits of such a project (jobs and reduced taxes, for example) outweigh its costs, the municipality should be able to move forward.
    — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Backers of the measure say the parks department provides an essential safety net for the city’s low-income residents, offering summer camps, sports activities and senior programs for free or at reduced prices.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of reduced
Adjective
  • For a batch of mulled cider big enough to serve at Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving, The Kitchn recommends adding apple cider, orange slices, ginger, cinnamon sticks and whole cloves to a slow cooker.
    — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
  • From mulled wine at Christmas to hot cross buns at Easter, nutmeg has become an essential spice in Europe.
    — H.M.A. Leow, JSTOR Daily, 14 May 2026
Definition of mulled
Adjective
  • Food and drink Breakfast includes local yogurts and cheeses, cakes still warm from the oven, fresh fruit, and trays of sticky honeycomb—plus velvety cappuccinos and rocket fuel espressos.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The commenter recommended a farm called Moonlight Ridge, and Marris clicked over to its Facebook page, which was filled with pictures of velvety Nubian goats.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of velvety
Adjective
  • It’s equipped with a cushioned running belt and shock-absorbing pads for smooth walks.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2026
  • But the nucleus increased in volume, and the nucleolus — a structure involved in producing ribosomes — became smoother.
    — Stefanie Waldek, Space.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of smooth
Adjective
  • That said, the vibe is definitely more refined and suited to couples and solo or business travelers.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Unlike conventional rockets that use refined kerosene or hydrogen, Starship’s Raptor engines are designed around methane, making a reliable gas supply an important part of SpaceX’s launch infrastructure.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of refined
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“Close-grained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/close-grained. Accessed 7 Oct. 2026.

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