venatura

Definitions of venatura
  1. noun
    the direction, texture, or pattern of fibers found in wood or leather or stone or in a woven fabric
    synonyms: grana
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    type of:
    trama
    the characteristic appearance of a surface having a tactile quality
  2. noun
    a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
    synonyms: finezza, raffinatezza, sfumatura, sottigliezza
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    type of:
    significato
    the message that is intended or expressed or signified
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