Definition

Describing something that is sandy or gritty, often referring to a surface that contains a lot of sand.

Example

The beach had an arenose texture that made it perfect for building sandcastles.

Conversation

I went to the beach yesterday, and the sand was so arenose it got everywhere.

That sounds annoying! Did you enjoy your time there despite the sand?

Yeah, I loved it! The arenose beach made it feel more tropical and fun.

Nice! Sometimes a little sand adds to the experience.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Arenose → It is formed from "arena" (from Latin *arena*, meaning sand) and the suffix "-ose" (meaning full of or characterized by). The word "arenose" describes something that is full of or characterized by sand.

Memory Tip

Think of 'arena' which means sand, and remember that 'arenose' refers to something that is full of sand.

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