rough

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Pronunciation
/ɹʌf/
/ɹʌf/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

The unmowed part of a golf course.

2 Definition

A rude fellow; a coarse bully; a rowdy.

3 Definition

A scuffed and roughened area of the pitch, where the bowler's feet fall, used as a target by spin bowlers because of its unpredictable bounce.

4 Definition

The raw material from which faceted or cabochon gems are created.

5 Definition

A quick sketch, similar to a thumbnail but larger and more detailed, used for artistic brainstorming.

6 Definition

Boisterous weather.

7 Definition

A piece inserted in a horseshoe to keep the animal from slipping.

Verb
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

To create in an approximate form.

Example Sentences
  • Rough in the shape first, then polish the details.
2 Definition

To commit the offense of roughing, i.e. to punch another player.

3 Definition

To render rough; to roughen.

4 Definition

To break in (a horse, etc.), especially for military purposes.

5 Definition

To endure primitive conditions.

6 Definition

To roughen a horse's shoes to keep the animal from slipping.

Adjective
11 definition(s)
1 Definition

Not smooth; uneven.

2 Definition

Approximate; hasty or careless; not finished.

Example Sentences
  • a rough estimate; a rough sketch of a building; a rough plan
3 Definition

Turbulent.

Example Sentences
  • rough sea
4 Definition

Difficult; trying.

Example Sentences
  • Being a teenager nowadays can be rough.
5 Definition

Crude; unrefined

Example Sentences
  • His manners are a bit rough, but he means well.
6 Definition

Violent; not careful or subtle

Example Sentences
  • This box has been through some rough handling.
7 Definition

Loud and hoarse; offensive to the ear; harsh; grating.

Example Sentences
  • a rough tone; a rough voice
8 Definition

Not polished; uncut; said of a gem.

Example Sentences
  • a rough diamond
9 Definition

Harsh-tasting.

Example Sentences
  • rough wine
10 Definition

Somewhat ill; sick

11 Definition

Unwell due to alcohol; hungover

Adverb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

In a rough manner; rudely; roughly.