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fine-grained
[ fahyn-greynd ]
/ ˈfaɪnˈgreɪnd /
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adjective
being of fine grain or texture, as certain types of wood, leather, etc.
Photography. fine-grain.
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Origin of fine-grained
First recorded in 1530–40
Words nearby fine-grained
fine-cut, fine-draw, fine-drawn, Fine Gael, fine-grain, fine-grained, fine kettle of fish, fine leg, fine line, finely, fine nail
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British Dictionary definitions for fine-grained
fine-grained
adjective
(of wood, leather, etc) having a fine smooth even grain
detailed, in-depth, or involving fine detail
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