roughly-formed
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/ˈrʌf.li fɔrmd/
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/ˈrʌf.li fɔːmd/
imperfectly shaped
Etymology
Etymology Information
'roughly-formed' originates from the combination of 'roughly' and 'formed', where 'roughly' means 'in a rough manner' and 'formed' means 'shaped or constructed'.
Historical Evolution
'roughly' comes from the Old English word 'ruh', meaning 'coarse or uneven', and 'formed' from the Old English 'geformian', meaning 'to shape or create'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'roughly-formed' meant 'shaped in a rough manner', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not precisely or carefully shaped or constructed.
The sculpture was roughly-formed, lacking the fine details.
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Last updated: 2025/03/11 15:10