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coarsest

|coarse/st|

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/kɔrst/

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/kɔːst/

(coarse)

rough texture

Base Form	Comparative	Superlative	Noun	Adverb
coarse	coarser	coarsest	coarseness	coarsely

Etymology

Etymology Information

'coarse' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'cors', where 'cors' meant 'ordinary' or 'common'.

Historical Evolution

'cors' transformed into the modern English word 'coarse' through the influence of Old French 'cors'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'ordinary or common', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'rough or crude'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

superlative form of 'coarse', meaning having the roughest texture or quality.

The coarsest sandpaper is used for heavy-duty sanding.

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Last updated: 2025/03/04 01:54