Globule

usgb/ˈɡlɑːbjuːl/
noun

A small round particle of a substance.

He could see tiny globules of fat in the soup.
Visual representation of "globule" - A small round particle of a substance

Often appears as...

  • globules of fat
  • globules of liquid
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Visual representation of "globule"
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Physical Form

Focus on visualizing the round, often tiny, shape of the substance when using 'globule'.

Illustration for Physical Form
After stirring, the globules of oil gathered on the surface of the water.
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Material State

'Globule' implies a semi-liquid to viscous state of the substance, not solid or fully liquid.

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Melted chocolate formed into small globules on the parchment.
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Tiny Size

While 'globule' suggests smallness, sizes can vary, but are usually visible to the naked eye.

Illustration for Tiny Size
Globules of mercury scattered on the floor from the broken thermometer.
Visual representation of the word "Globule"

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