Unrefined (adjective)

Not having been processed or improved.

Origin:

Late 16th century; formed from the prefix un- and the verb "refine".

Examples:

  1. The unrefined oil was not yet fit for use.
  2. The unrefined diamond was worth less than a polished one.
  3. The unrefined sugar had a coarser texture.
  4. The unrefined metal had impurities that needed to be removed.
  5. The unrefined performance was raw and lacked finesse.
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