Textures: meaning, definitions and examples

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textures

 

[ หˆtษ›kstสƒษ™rz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in art

The feel, appearance, or consistency of a surface or a substance.

Synonyms

feel, surface quality, touch

Examples of usage

  • The artist used different textures to create depth in the painting.
  • The sculpture had a rough texture that made it interesting to touch.
Context #2 | Noun

in computer graphics

A graphical detail applied to the surface of a 3D model to create a realistic effect.

Synonyms

detail, finish, pattern

Examples of usage

  • The game developers focused on adding realistic textures to the environment.
  • The texture of the character's skin in the game was incredibly lifelike.
Context #3 | Verb

in cooking

To improve the consistency or quality of a dish by adding ingredients or processing it in a certain way.

Synonyms

adjust, enhance, modify

Examples of usage

  • She decided to texture the soup by blending in some cream at the end.
  • The chef textured the sauce by reducing it to a thicker consistency.

Translations

Translations of the word "textures" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น texturas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคจเคพเคตเคŸเฅ‡เค‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Texturen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tekstur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะตะบัั‚ัƒั€ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tekstury

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ†ใ‚ฏใ‚นใƒใƒฃ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท textures

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ texturas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dokular

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ…์Šค์ฒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู†ุณุฌุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ textury

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ textรบry

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็บน็†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ teksture

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รกferรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะตะบัั‚ัƒั€ะฐะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ”แƒฅแƒกแƒขแƒฃแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ teksturalar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ texturas

Etymology

The word 'textures' has its origins in Latin, from the word 'textura', which means 'weaving' or 'structure'. It evolved over time to refer to the feel or appearance of a surface. In art, textures play a crucial role in creating depth and visual interest. In computer graphics, textures are used to add realism to 3D models. In cooking, texturing a dish can enhance its overall taste and presentation.

See also: textured.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,136, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.