pebble-grained

Thân thiện

A fine leather wallet has a pebble-grained surface.

Definition

Adjective: - Having a surface texture that resembles small, rounded stones or pebbles. This specific texture is typically created on leather through a manufacturing process using a patterned roller.

Usage

This adjective is used almost exclusively to describe the surface finish of leather goods. It indicates a specific, intentional texture.

Examples

Advanced Usage

The term is highly specialized. Its use outside the context of leather or synthetic materials made to imitate leather is rare. It functions as a compound adjective directly modifying a material noun (e.g., leather, finish, surface).

Variants and Related Words

• Pebble grain (n.): The noun form referring to the textured pattern itself.
  • The bag features a durable pebble grain.
• Grained (adj.): Having a visible grain or texture. "Pebble-grained" is a more specific type of grained finish.

Synonyms

• Textured
• Embossed (when referring to the process that creates the pattern)
• Patterned

Antonyms

• Smooth
• Polished
• Glossy

Học thuật

Adjective

1. (of leather) having a rough surface as the result of being treated with a patterned roller