Grainless

/ˈɡreɪn.ləs/ adjective

Definition

Without grain; lacking a grain or grain-like pattern or texture; smooth.

Etymology

From 'grain' plus the privative suffix '-less,' which means 'without' or 'lacking' (as in 'homeless,' 'hopeless').

Kelly Says

Modern polished concrete and glass surfaces are grainless by design, but the human eye evolved to prefer texture—that's why designers are bringing back wood grain and subtle textures even in minimalist spaces.

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