Definition of "rough"
- adjective
Having a texture that has much friction. Not smooth; uneven.
Approximate.
Turbulent.
Difficult; trying.
Crude; unrefined.
Violent; not careful or subtle.
- noun
The unmowed part of a golf course.
A crude person.
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.
The raw material from which faceted or cabochon gems are created.
A quick sketch, similar to a thumbnail, but larger and more detailed. Meant for artistic brainstorming and a vital step in the design process.
- verb
To create in an approximate form.
To physically assault someone in retribution.
To commit the offense of roughing, i.e. to punch another player.
To render rough; to roughen.
To break in (a horse, etc.), especially for military purposes.
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