Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rough-edges
phrase
/rʌf ˈɛdʒɪz/
Definition
Rough edges refer to the unfinished or jagged parts of an object or concept, often indicating a lack of refinement or polish.
Examples
- The prototype had some rough edges, but it showed great potential.
- Her speech was inspiring, though it had a few rough edges that could be smoothed out.
- The rough edges of the project can be polished with more research and effort.
Meaning
The term is used metaphorically to describe something that is not fully developed or lacks smoothness in quality or execution.
Synonyms
- Unpolished
- Raw
- Imperfect
- Jagged
- Coarse
