Texture

Pronunciation: /ˈtɛkstʃər/

Definitions of texture

noun the feel, appearance, or consistency of a surface or a substance

Example Sentences

A1 The blanket has a soft texture.

A2 The artist used different colors to create a textured effect in the painting.

B1 The fabric of the couch has a rough texture that is not very comfortable.

B2 The chef carefully considered the texture of each ingredient to create a balanced dish.

C1 The sculpture's intricate texture was admired by art critics for its attention to detail.

C2 The designer's collection featured a variety of textures, from smooth silk to rough denim, creating a dynamic and visually interesting look.

Examples of texture in a Sentence

formal The artist used different techniques to create a unique texture in the painting.

informal I love the texture of this fabric, it's so soft and cozy.

slang This lotion gives your skin a smooth texture, it's like magic!

figurative The texture of her voice was so soothing, like a gentle breeze on a hot day.

Grammatical Forms of texture

• past tense: textured
• plural: textures
• comparative: more textured
• superlative: most textured
• present tense: textures
• future tense: will texture
• perfect tense: have textured
• continuous tense: is texturing
• singular: texture
• positive degree: textured
• infinitive: to texture
• gerund: texturing
• participle: texturing

Origin and Evolution of texture

First Known Use: 1325 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'texture' originated from the Latin word 'textura', which referred to the act of weaving or construction.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'texture' expanded its meaning to include the feel or appearance of a surface, reflecting the intricacy and quality of woven materials.