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
