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starchlike

Definition:

Adjective

Resembling or having the characteristics of starch.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Having a similar texture or appearance to starch.

Example sentence: The powdery substance left on the shirt after the food spill dried was starchlike in nature.

Sense 2:

Having the qualities of starch in cooking.

Example sentence: The cooked pasta had a starchlike consistency, making it perfect for delivering a creamy sauce.

Usage:

Popular usage:

The term "starchlike" is commonly used in describing various materials and substances that resemble or have characteristics similar to starch. It is frequently used in the context of food and cooking to describe the texture, appearance, or qualities of dishes made with starch. Additionally, it can be used metaphorically to compare objects or features to starch for illustrative purposes.

Local usage:

In some specific, local communities, "starchlike" may be used more colloquially to describe things that are overly rigid, stiff, or formal, similar to the stiffness of starched fabric. This usage can pertain to both physical objects and social behaviors.

Related products:

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• Starch for Cooking
• Starch Spray
• Starch-based Fabrics