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coarsely-produced

|coarse-ly-pro-duced|

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/ˈkɔrsli prəˈdjuːst/

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/ˈkɔːsli prəˈdjuːst/

roughly made

Etymology
Etymology Information

'coarsely' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'cors,' where 'cors' meant 'rough or crude.' 'Produced' comes from Latin, specifically the word 'producere,' where 'pro-' meant 'forward' and 'ducere' meant 'to lead.'

Historical Evolution

'coarsely' changed from the Middle English word 'cors' and eventually became the modern English word 'coarse.' 'Produced' evolved from the Latin 'producere' through Old French 'produire' and Middle English 'produce.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'coarse' meant 'rough or crude,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage. 'Produced' originally meant 'to lead forward,' but now it refers to the act of making or creating something.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

made in a rough or crude manner, lacking refinement or sophistication.

The coarsely-produced furniture had visible nails and uneven surfaces.

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Last updated: 2025/05/30 12:05