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Granular

usgb/ˈɡrænjələr/Volume
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Visual Texture

Think of textures that are visibly coarse, like sand. 'Granular' often describes similar textures.

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The painting had a granular texture that gave it depth.
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Physical Characteristics

Items like sugar, salt, or sand that you can sprinkle or pour are often described as granular.

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We need granular salt for the recipe, not table salt.
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Not Always Literal

'Granular' can be used metaphorically to mean 'in small pieces' or 'not smooth'.

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The committee's feedback was quite granular, focusing on minute details.
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