tactile

adjective

Definition of tactilenext
as in physical
formal relating to the sense of touch The thick brushstrokes give the painting a tactile quality. visual and tactile experiences

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Recent Examples of tactile Gen Z, raised with unparalleled access to technology, has pushed back harder against what many call brain rot, looking for tactile, screen-free time together. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026 All rooms are accompanied by braille and tactile signage. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 June 2026 Interiors replete with natural fibers, from woolen carpets to possum skin cushions, are tactile and welcoming. — Steve Madgwick, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026 For those intending to bring a touch of softness and polish to a room, this mohair pillow brings a tactile quality. — Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for tactile
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tactile
  1. physical
  2. tangible
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  • While Real-world data collection is slow, linear, and bound by physical time, generative 3D world models provide a pipeline for synthetic data generation at scale.
    — Anjana Susarla, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • Some people wore the damage of physical or mental disease, addiction, poverty, or all of the above.
    — Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of physical
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  • But that buy-in has to actually be fortified by something tangible.
    — Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 5 July 2026
  • The Bruins’ fire sale in March of 2025 has already paid tangible dividends.
    — Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 5 July 2026
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