Meaning of 'crude'

Find the meaning of the word ‘crude’

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Meaning of ‘crude’

7 definitions found.

crude

adjective

not processed or subjected to analysis

Synonyms: raw

adjective

conspicuously and tastelessly indecent

Synonyms: gross earthy vulgar

adjective

belonging to an early stage of technical development

Example: "characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness"

Synonyms: primitive

adjective

not refined or processed

Synonyms: unprocessed unrefined

adjective

not carefully or expertly made

Example: "managed to make a crude splint"

Synonyms: rough

noun

a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons

Synonyms: oil petroleum crude oil rock oil fossil oil

adjective

devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment

Synonyms: stark blunt

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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