fibrous

[/ˈfaɪbrəs/]
adjective
fibroso
1. containing, consisting of, or resembling fibers; having a fibrous structure
The fibrous roots of the plant spread deep into the soil.
As raízes fibrosas da planta se espalharam profundamente pelo solo.
2. in nutrition, containing significant amounts of dietary fiber
Whole wheat bread is more fibrous than white bread.
O pão integral é mais fibroso do que o pão branco.
3. tough and stringy in texture
The meat was too fibrous and difficult to chew.
A carne era muito fibrosa e difícil de mastigar.
4. composed of or containing tough threads or strands
The fibrous tissue in muscles provides strength and elasticity.
O tecido fibroso nos músculos fornece força e elasticidade.
The term 'fibrous' is commonly used in both American and Brazilian health and nutrition discussions, particularly regarding dietary fiber intake recommendations. In Brazil, 'fibroso' appears frequently in nutritional labels and health-conscious marketing of food products.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
stringythreadlikefilamentouswirytough
Antonyms / Antônimos
smoothtendersoftcreamy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fibroso
standard term used in medical, nutritional, and botanical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
fibroso
no significant regional variation
São Paulo
fibroso
no significant regional variation
Portugal
fibroso
identical usage in European Portuguese

Related Words

fiberfibrosisfibrintissuetexturedietary fiber

Related Idioms & Phrases

fibrous diet - dieta rica em fibras
fibrous material - material fibroso
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