rough — having an uneven or irregular surface; not smooth
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having an uneven or irregular surface; not smooth
Pronunciation (IPA): /rʌf/
Example Sentences
- My cat's tongue feels rough like sandpaper when it licks my hand.
- The rough sea made everyone on the boat seasick except the captain's parrot.
- This is just a rough plan, so we can change it anytime.
rough
ADJECTIVE[/rʌf/]
having an uneven or irregular surface; not smooth
The road was so rough that the wagon rattled violently over every stone.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English 'ruh', meaning hairy or shaggy. It originates from Proto-Germanic roots and historically described rough, unprocessed, or primitive states, eventually broadening to encompass any uneven or harsh surface or quality.
Breakdown
The word evolved from Old English 'ruh' (hairy, shaggy) with no distinct morphological breakdown in Modern English, as it developed as a simple root noun that became adjectival in meaning, describing uneven or coarse texture and later abstract harshness or difficulty.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat's tongue feels rough like sandpaper when it licks my hand.”
“The rough sea made everyone on the boat seasick except the captain's parrot.”
“This is just a rough plan, so we can change it anytime.”
“He looks rough, but he's actually very gentle with children.”
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