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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Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 15 July 2025
This meal actually earned high marks for flavor and texture, but there was one big problem: The heating instructions for this meal ask you to flip the steak halfway through the cooking process.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 July 2025
Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2025
These are the classic Jedi robes as seen in the prequels, and every piece of clothing in this full costume is textured enough to be believable without becoming ridiculously expensive.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 4 July 2025
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Noun
Here are some simple options that can contribute to the nutrition, flavor, and texture:
Protein powder: While not a requirement, adding a scoop of protein powder to desserts is a convenient way to add a concentrated dose of protein.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 15 July 2025
This meal actually earned high marks for flavor and texture, but there was one big problem: The heating instructions for this meal ask you to flip the steak halfway through the cooking process.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 July 2025
Verb
Color, line, and texture all play important roles in making a small garden feel expansive and inviting or confining and cramped.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2025
These are the classic Jedi robes as seen in the prequels, and every piece of clothing in this full costume is textured enough to be believable without becoming ridiculously expensive.
—Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 4 July 2025
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“Texture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/texture. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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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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