1. the feel, appearance, or consistency of a surface or substance
2. the character of a piece of writing, music, or work of art

1. to give a particular texture to something

Examples

• The fabric has a smooth, silky texture.
• I love the rough texture of tree bark.
• The cake had a light, fluffy texture.
• The artist created different textures in the painting using various brush techniques.
• The song’s rich texture comes from layering multiple instruments.
• She textured the wall with a special roller to create a decorative pattern.
• The chef textured the sauce by whisking in cream.