grainy
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Adjective — Having a rough, granular texture, made up of small visible particles.
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Etymology
From Middle English greyny, from grain plus the adjective suffix -y.
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What does “grainy” mean?
The word “grainy” means having a rough, granular texture, made up of small visible particles. In plain terms, rough or coarse-textured, like tiny grains — often used for low-quality images or gritty food textures.
How do you pronounce “grainy”?
“Grainy” is pronounced GRAY-nee (/ˈɡɹeɪni/ in IPA).
How do you use “grainy” in a sentence?
Here is “grainy” used in a sentence: “The old photo was dark and grainy.”
What part of speech is “grainy”?
“Grainy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “grainy” come from?
The word “grainy” comes from Middle English. From Middle English greyny, from grain plus the adjective suffix -y.