English dictionary
coarse
/k/oU/rs/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles
ExamplesCoarse meal.
Coarse sand.
A coarse weave.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Large in bulk, or composed of large parts or particles; of inferior quality or appearance; not fine in material or close in texture; gross; thick; rough; -- opposed to <i>fine</i>; as, <i>coarse</i> sand; <i>coarse</i> thread; <i>coarse</i> cloth; <i>coarse</i> bread.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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lacking refinement or cultivation or taste
ExamplesHe had coarse manners but a first-rate mind.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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of low or inferior quality or value
ExamplesOf what coarse metal ye are molded.
Synonyms commonSource: WordNet 3.0