Definition

Describing a texture that is similar to granulated sugar, often used to refer to certain rocks and minerals.

Example

The geologist noted that the mineral had a saccharoidal texture, resembling sugar lumps.

Conversation

Have you seen those new rocks in the garden?

Yeah, they look really interesting! What kind are they?

I think they are saccharoidal rocks, with that grainy texture.

That makes sense! They definitely have a unique look.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Saccharoidal → It is formed from "saccharo-" (from Greek "sakkharon", meaning sugar) and "-oidal" (from Greek "eidos", meaning form or shape). The word describes something that has the form or characteristics of sugar.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sugar' ('saccharo-') and 'form' ('-oidal') to remember that 'saccharoidal' refers to something that resembles or has the characteristics of sugar.

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