granules
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈɡrænjulz/
Definition
Small, hard, grain-like particles of a substance.
Examples
The medicine was provided in the form of coated granules that dissolve slowly in water.
She noticed small granules of sand trapped in the fibers of the rug.
The coffee machine requires coarse granules to ensure the water flows through the filter correctly.
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