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rough

/rɒf/ adjective, verb, noun · British & US
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What does rough mean?

adjective, verb, noun

Having a rough surface or texture; not smooth. To make something rough or to remove its smoothness.

Example

"The rough terrain made it difficult to hike."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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