fibrous

• Qualifie un matériau ou un tissu composé de fibres ou qui en présente l'aspect. Se dit aussi d'un organe ou d'un tissu biologique contenant des fibres, ou d'un aliment devenu dur et filandreux.

Describes a material or tissue that consists of or resembles fibers.

1. Containing fibersB2formalscientific

   Consisting of or resembling fibers; having a thread-like structure.

   fibreux

   • The fibrous tissue in the plant provides structural support.
   • Coconut husk is a fibrous material used for making ropes.
   • The doctor examined the fibrous growth in the patient's lung.

   Synonymesfilamentoussinewystringythreadywiry

   Antonymessmoothsoft

2. B2informalculinary

   Describing food that has a tough, stringy texture due to high fiber content.

   Texture fibreuse

   • The meat was overcooked and became fibrous and dry.
   • Celery is a fibrous vegetable that is good for digestion.
   • The fibrous parts of the pineapple are often removed before eating.

   Synonymesgristlysinewystringythreadytough

   Antonymessofttender