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“Coarser” or “Courser”

coarser / courser are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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Definitions

What each term means

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coarser k·AO·r·s·er

  • adjectiveof textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles.
  • adjectivelacking refinement or cultivation or taste.
  • adjectiveof low or inferior quality or value; - Shakespeare.

courser k·AO·r·s·er

  • nouna huntsman who hunts small animals with fast dogs that use sight rather than scent to follow their prey.
  • nouna dog trained for coursing.
  • nounswift-footed terrestrial plover-like bird of southern Asia and Africa; related to the pratincoles.
Usage

Examples in context

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“coarser”

  • …a double layer of grains, coarser on the outside.
  • …the fine structure, and the coarser structure represents diffraction by the…
  • …espresso, primarily by using a coarser grind.
  • …slightly longer (35–40 seconds), and coarser grinds generally result in less…
  • …usual for espresso – the coarser grind resulting in greater volume,…
  • The coarser ash particles settled out one…

“courser”

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