close grained
/kloʊs ˈɡreɪnd/
adjective
- Having a fine, dense, and even texture, especially of wood or other materials.
- Close-grained paper is ideal for detailed drawings with fine lines.
- The carpenter chose close-grained oak for the table because it polishes well.
- This close-grained stone resists cracking better than rougher types.
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