coarse
Prononciation : [kɔːrs]
Mot
Contexte : « texture »
(adjective) when something feels rough and not smooth. Imagine a rock or sandpaper that isn't soft; that's what coarse means.
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The coarse fabric of the sack is great for carrying heavy things.
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The silk dress wasn't coarse at all; it was very soft and smooth.
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Is the surface of the table coarse or smooth?
Contexte : « quality »
(adjective) when something is of low quality or not refined. Think of it as being kind of basic or simple and not very fancy.
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He admired the coarse craftsmanship of the handmade pottery.
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The store's fine jewelry is not coarse; it's very elegant and detailed.
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What makes this product seem coarse?
Contexte : « language »
(adjective) when someone uses rough or rude words. It's like using bad language that isn’t nice to hear.
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He often uses coarse humor that makes everyone laugh.
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Her speech was not coarse; it was very polite and respectful.
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Do you think coarse language is acceptable in some situations?
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