crude

/kɹʉd//kɹuːd/

noun

  1. 1

    Any substance in its natural state.

  2. 2

    Crude oil.

adjective

  1. 1

    In a natural, untreated state.

    “crude oil”
  2. 2

    Characterized by simplicity, especially something not carefully or expertly made.

    “a crude shelter”
  3. 3

    Lacking concealing elements.

    “a crude truth”
  4. 4

    Lacking tact or taste.

    “a crude remark”
  5. 5

    Immature or unripe.

  6. 6

    (grammar) Pertaining to the uninflected stem of a word.

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