Mealy

usgb/ˈmiːli/
adjective

Having a texture or surface like meal (a type of ground-up grain).

The potatoes had a dry, mealy texture.
Visual representation of "mealy" - Having a texture or surface like meal (a type of ground-up grain).

Often appears as...

  • mealy texture
  • mealy surface
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Texture Related

Use 'mealy' to describe foods that crumble easily and aren't moist.

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These biscuits are quite mealy; they fall apart in your hands.
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Not Always Negative

'Mealy' can be positive when referring to desirable food textures.

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I prefer mealy potatoes for my mashed potatoes recipe.
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