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rudiment

/ˈruːdɪmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does rudiment mean?

noun

A basic or elementary part of a skill or art, especially music; a fundamental principle or concept. A person's early or unrefined stage of development.

Example

"The child's grasp of music was still in its rudiment, but she showed great potential."

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