tex·ture
ˈteks-chər 
1
a
: the visual or tactile surface characteristics and appearance of something
the texture of an oil painting
b
: the disposition or manner of union of the particles of a body or substance
2
a
: a composite of the elements of prose or poetry
all these words … meet violently to form a texture impressive and exciting—
John Berryman
John Berryman
b
: a pattern of musical sound created by tones or lines played or sung together
4
a
: something composed of closely interwoven elements
specifically
: a woven cloth
b
: the structure formed by the threads of a fabric
5
a
: basic scheme or structure
b
: overall structure
Examples of texture in a Sentence
Noun
wood with a rough texture
the smooth texture of silk
The plant's leaves are almost leathery in texture.
foods with very different textures
The custard should be smooth and creamy in texture.
a song with layered textures
I liked the raw, gritty texture of the film.
The movies are similar in texture.
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Amanda Holstein, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
The malt content adds a layer of richness, giving the whiskey a smooth, velvety texture.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024
Unique crackly textures that are uneven to the touch, either bumpy or pitted, much like craters on the moon.
—Grace Xue, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2024
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Noun
The pie crust is perfectly golden brown and flaky, adding a nice texture to the smooth custard.
—Amanda Holstein, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
The malt content adds a layer of richness, giving the whiskey a smooth, velvety texture.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Verb
Beat’s seemingly infinite universe of sound, and hearing all the tones, colors and textures each musician coaxed from his instrument fit together.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024
Unique crackly textures that are uneven to the touch, either bumpy or pitted, much like craters on the moon.
—Grace Xue, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2024
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“Texture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/texture. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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texture
1 of 2 noun
tex·ture
ˈteks-chər
1
: the structure, feel, and appearance of something (as a fabric)
the smooth texture of silk
wood with a rough texture
2
: a quality that identifies something
texture
2 of 2 verb
textured; texturing
: to give a particular texture to
texture a ceiling
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