- a variation of consistency.
consistence
Example Sentences
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Thicken with sugar until the mixture attains the consistence of a light batter.
From Salon ● Dec. 19, 2022
When there is no diarrhoea the stools are of normal color and consistence.
From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various
Knead this composition on a board, till it has the consistence of putty.
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The flowering glume has generally a more or less boat-shaped form, is of firm consistence, and possesses a well-marked central midrib and frequently several lateral ones.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 3 "Gordon, Lord George" to "Grasses" by Various
A small quantity of powdered marshmallows is then stirred in, to make it of the consistence of thin gruel.
From The American Reformed Cattle Doctor by George Dadd
