Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mealy

Adjective
/ˈmiːli/
Definition
Having a dry or crumbly texture, often used to describe food that is not moist.
Examples
  • She found the mealy texture of the cake unpleasant.
  • The mealy apples were not as juicy as she had hoped.
Meaning
The term ‘mealy’ typically refers to a texture that is grainy or powdery, making it less appealing in food.
Synonyms
  • Powdery
  • Dry
  • Crumbly