globules

Definition of globulesnext
plural of globule
as in beads
the quantity of fluid that falls naturally in one rounded mass fat globules of hot wax dripping onto the table

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Recent Examples of globules An actual cosmic void — which can indeed be a billion light-years (or more) across — has nothing to do with dark gas clouds and Bok globules, which are small, nearby clouds of light-blocking matter, particularly at optical wavelengths. Big Think, 26 Mar. 2026 The gluten is added last, to prevent globules from forming. IEEE Spectrum, 2 June 2018
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Noun
  • Each one begins as a long chain of amino acids, like a string of beads.
    Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Early Egyptians used it in the form of rock crystal to make beads and small vases.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • It is spread through close contact with an infected person, such as through respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing.
    Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
  • If the droplets start to soak into the wood, this is an indication that the current sealant layer is not adequately protecting the wood from water and needs to be resealed.
    Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Most nail artists use a clear gel with a thick consistency (Chue opts for the Aprés Builder Top Gelcoat) to create these designs, ranging from simple globs to translucent jelly ridges.
    Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Inspired by both pre-Columbian cultures and modern scientific theories, Jensen made energetic diagrams of shapes, symbols, and numbers in loud complementary colors, using thick globs of paint; the results generate a fascinating friction.
    Brian Seibert, New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The bottom shelf ensures that any drips or leaks don't get on other foods.
    Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 19 Apr. 2026
  • Use a protective pad when working on cars or lawn equipment to protect it from drips.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026

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“Globules.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/globules. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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