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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Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
Now a staple in the sitcom scene and a bona fide Hollywood star, she's expanded into the beauty market with PATTERN, which sells curl creams, gels and hot irons for hair of all textures.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 1 July 2025
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025
Each of the four varieties offers its own experience, from taste to texture, even though the ingredients are the same.
—Fatma Tanis, NPR, 7 June 2025
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Noun
If your space already has a lot of wood textures, try swapping out a wooden coffee table for an indoor/outdoor floor cushion or two, which will bring in a softer silhouette and texture, and is perfect for placing a tray of drinks on or as an extra perch for guests.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
Now a staple in the sitcom scene and a bona fide Hollywood star, she's expanded into the beauty market with PATTERN, which sells curl creams, gels and hot irons for hair of all textures.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 1 July 2025
Verb
Some options feature squeaky sounds while others may be textured in an enticing way.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2025
Each of the four varieties offers its own experience, from taste to texture, even though the ingredients are the same.
—Fatma Tanis, NPR, 7 June 2025
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“Texture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/texture. Accessed 7 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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