Textural
(adjective)
Relating to or describing the texture or surface quality of an object.
Origin:
From latin textura, meaning 'weaving, texture'.
Examples:
- The textural quality of the rough canvas made it an ideal surface for oil paintings.
- The potter's skilled manipulation of the clay produced a textural design that was both beautiful and functional.
- The sculptor's mastery of textural elements gave the bronze statue a lifelike appearance.
- The textural differences between the satin and velvet fabrics were noticeable even from a distance.
- The textural richness of the oak flooring added warmth to the modernist interior design.