farinaceous

• Прилагательное, описывающее что-то крахмалистое или мучнистое, обычно относящееся к таким продуктам, как зерно или картофель. В настоящее время считается устаревшим в повседневном употреблении.

An adjective describing something that is starchy or mealy, typically relating to foods like grains or potatoes. Now considered obsolete in common usage.

1. Resembling starchC2formal

   Having the nature, composition, or appearance of starch; starchy.

   Напоминающий крахмал

   • The farinaceous texture of the sauce made it feel heavy on the palate.
   • Certain legumes have a farinaceous quality when ground.
   • The plant’s roots contain a farinaceous substance used as a thickener.

   Synonymsamylaceousflourymealystarchlikestarchy

2. Mealy or powderyC2formal

   Composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency; having a powdery or granular feel.

   Мучнистый или порошкообразный

   • The rock’s surface was farinaceous, crumbling at the slightest touch.
   • A farinaceous coating formed on the old paper due to humidity.
   • The baker added farinaceous ingredients to create a crumbly crust.

   Synonymsdustyflourygranularmealypowdery