veined

adjective

Definition of veinednext
as in marbled

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Recent Examples of veined But unlike fruit flies, these pests have black eyes (not red), distinctive humped backs, and heavier, thicker-veined wings. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 28 June 2026 Plants produce long, straight stems and shiny, deeply-veined foliage. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 24 June 2026 Concrete Gray Countertops and Cream Backsplash Marry edgy gray concrete countertops with a classic white and gray-veined marble island for the perfect blend of modern and classic. — Lauren Jones, The Spruce, 6 June 2026 Travertine marble dominates the space with its veined effect rendered in delicate shades for the walls and flooring, or enriched with the backlit FF logo for a bolder outcome. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for veined
Recent Examples of Synonyms for veined
  1. marbled
  2. spangled
  3. colored
Adjective
  • These French-style pins come in a marbled cardboard case that’s perfect for gifting.
    — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Earthy browns and creamy neutrals melt into one another, while a luminous cat-eye finish lends the marbled design a little extra shine.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of marbled
Adjective
  • For all its spangled glitter-ball flair, the album easily transcends its polyester era.
    — Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Aug. 2026
  • If Styles the performer in spangled jumpsuits and Styles the man in sensible trousers once felt like separate forces, Kiss All The Time.
    — Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 24 Jan. 2026
Definition of spangled
Adjective
  • To begin her drawings, Trouvé pours bleach onto blank sheets of industrial colored paper.
    — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Lifelike Cat With a face full of fur and electric-green-colored contacts, this cat costume begs to be seen.
    — Michella Oré, Glamour, 27 Oct. 2026
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“Veined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veined. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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