pellets
word · lemma: pellet
Definition
Small, usually round pieces of material made by compressing or forming a substance, often used for animal food, fuel, or ammunition.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to manufactured, uniform small pieces. Common with 'wood pellets', 'food pellets', or 'air gun pellets'. Not used for natural small stones or everyday food items.
Spanish: gránulos - bolitas - pelletsPortuguese (BR): pelotas - grânulos - pelletsPortuguese (PT): pelotas - grânulos - pelletsChinese (Simplified): 颗粒 - 粒剂Chinese (Traditional): 顆粒 - 粒劑Hindi: छर्रे - दानेArabic: حبيبات - كريات
Example Sentences
Rabbits eat special pellets as part of their diet.
basic
They use pellets to heat their home in winter.
basic
The air gun shoots small metal pellets.
basic
I spilled the bag and pellets went everywhere.
natural
These wood pellets burn longer than regular firewood.
natural
Fish seem to love these floating pellets.
natural