as in coarse
made up of large particles
the sugar in some countries has a much more grained consistency than what we're used to in the U.S.
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Recent Examples of grained
The brand’s classic coats were joined by handsome bomber jackets in grained leather or suede, cocooning puffers and enveloping shearling jackets and stoles that were lined with contrasting napa for extra luxe.
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Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grained
Adjective
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There is laughter and coarse language expected of a large group of men in their 20s and 30s, but mostly quiet focus.—
Sandra McDonald,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Clay also benefits from a little coarse grit or sand to improve drainage.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Their most telltale sign is a uniform, granular soil texture like coffee grounds that sits on the soil's surface.—
Maria Braganini,
CBS News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Pile up all of those granular decisions and the result was the ultimate day at the beach.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Turbinado sugar, also known as raw sugar, has crystals that are coarser and darker than granulated or brown sugar.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
18 Dec. 2025
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In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or in a large bowl, with a hand mixer nearby), add softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Dec. 2025
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“Grained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grained. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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