Crude ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Crude ( adjective )

1. In a natural or raw state; not yet processed or refined.
2. Lacking in subtlety or finesse.
3. Offensive or vulgar in language or behavior.
4. Not carefully or skillfully made.

Origin:

Middle english crud, from old english crūd "raw, rough, unrefined", of germanic origin; related to dutch ruw and german rau.

Examples:

1. Crude oil is found in its natural state deep underground.
2. The painting was crude, but it had a certain primitive charm.
3. He made crude jokes that made everyone uncomfortable.
4. The crude weapon was made from a sharpened stick.
5. The feedback was crude, but it gave me an idea of what to improve.

(As a noun)

Crude ( noun )

1. In a natural or raw state; not yet processed or refined.
2. Lacking in subtlety or finesse.
3. Offensive or vulgar in language or behavior.
4. Not carefully or skillfully made.

Origin:

Middle english crud, from old english crūd "raw, rough, unrefined", of germanic origin; related to dutch ruw and german rau.

Examples:

1. Crude oil is found in its natural state deep underground.
2. The painting was crude, but it had a certain primitive charm.
3. He made crude jokes that made everyone uncomfortable.
4. The crude weapon was made from a sharpened stick.
5. The feedback was crude, but it gave me an idea of what to improve.