granule Meaning & Definition
/ˈɡɹæn.juːl/
What Does Granule Mean?
Granule is used as a noun meaning A tiny grain, a small particle. It can also mean A small structure in a cell.
Granule at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɡɹæn.juːl/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Plural | granules |
Granule Definition (Noun)
- A tiny grain, a small particle.
- A small structure in a cell.
- A particle from 2 to 4 mm in diameter, following the Wentworth scale
- a small mark in the photosphere of the sun caused by convection currents. See also Wikipedia:Granule (solar physics).
Synonyms of Granule
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Granule synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
granule (plural granules)
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Origin of Granule
Borrowed from French granule or directly from Late Latin grānulum, diminutive of Latin grānum (“grain”);[1] for more, see grain. By surface analysis, grain + -ule.
How to Pronounce Granule
The standard pronunciation of granule is /ˈɡɹæn.juːl/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (ɡɹæn).