granule
noun
gran·ule
ˈgran-(ˌ)yül 
1
: a small particle
especially
: one of numerous particles forming a larger unit
2
: any of the small short-lived brilliant spots on the sun's photosphere
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In low-sloped roofs, cooling methods can include asphalt with reflective granules, liquid coating, light-colored gravel and sheets with light pigments.
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Kelly Puente, The Tennessean, 5 June 2025
Fertilize dahlias with slow-release granules at planting time, or use a diluted liquid product when watering.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2025
Stop mosquitoes from multiplying in your yard with these granules that target larvae in standing water.
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The analysis revealed that 240 starch granules were present within the teeth.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 June 2025
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Kelly Puente, The Tennessean, 5 June 2025
Fertilize dahlias with slow-release granules at planting time, or use a diluted liquid product when watering.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2025
Stop mosquitoes from multiplying in your yard with these granules that target larvae in standing water.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 June 2025
The analysis revealed that 240 starch granules were present within the teeth.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 11 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for granule
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“Granule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/granule. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationKids Definition
granule
noun
gran·ule
ˈgran-yü(ə)l
1
: a small grain or particle
granules of sugar
2
: a small short-lived bright spot on the sun
Medical Definition
granule
noun
gran·ule
ˈgran-(ˌ)yü(ə)l
1
a
: a little grain or small particle
especially
: one of a number of particles forming a larger unit
b
: a small sugar-coated pill
2
: a clump of actinomycetes in a lesion
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