Granulating: meaning, definitions and examples

process of forming

Granulating refers to the process of forming or breaking into granules or small particles. It is commonly used in industries such as pharmaceuticals and agriculture, where substances are often processed in a granular form to improve properties like solubility and handling. Granulating can also refer to the process of producing granules from powders or liquids.

comminuting, forming, graining

Examples of usage

• The pharmaceutical company focuses on granulating their active ingredients.

• Granulating the soil helps improve drainage and aeration.

• He was granulating the sugar to make a finer texture for the cake.