Granulated

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

IPA: /ˈɡræn.jʊ.leɪ.tɪd/

Phonetic: GRAN-yuh-lay-tid

Definitions

1. Composed of small grains or particles.
2. Having a rough or grainy texture.
3. (Medical) Forming or covered with granulations, especially in wound healing.

Usage Examples

• "The recipe calls for granulated sugar instead of powdered sugar."
• "The surface of the rock appeared granulated due to erosion."
• "The doctor observed granulated tissue forming in the wound."

Etymology

Derived from the Latin granulum (meaning "small grain") and the suffix "-ated" indicating a state or condition. The term has been in use since the 18th century.

Synonyms

• Grainy
• Crystallized
• Coarse
• Textured

Antonyms

• Powdered
• Fine
• Smooth

Translations

Regional Pronunciation Variations

• American English: /ˈɡræn.jə.leɪ.tɪd/
• British English: /ˈɡræn.jʊ.leɪ.tɪd/

Historical Usage

The word "granulated" has been used since the 18th century, particularly in reference to food ingredients, industrial materials, and medical terminology.

Cultural Nuances

The term is widely associated with sugar in culinary contexts. In medical and scientific fields, "granulated" is used to describe cell structures, wound healing, and crystallized substances.

More Information

Granulated materials play a key role in industries like food processing, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing. Granulated sugar is a staple in cooking, while granulated textures in medicine indicate healing tissue formation.