/rʌf/

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Meaning

Having an uneven surface with bumps, not smooth to touch.

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Word origin

From Old English ruh, meaning hairy or uneven.

Origin
Old English
Root
ruh

Examples

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"Rough" means the surface was uneven and full of bumps.

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Here "rough" describes skin that is not smooth.

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Here "rough" means the water had big, strong waves.

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This word is taught in chapter 18, lesson 11: rough, object, skill and 7 more words.