English

Alternative forms

• rough round the edges

Adjective

rough around the edges ‎(comparative rougher around the edges, superlative roughest around the edges)

1. (idiomatic) In need of refinement; unsophisticated.

   While rough around the edges, the church is really a wonderful place to be.

   The north side of town is a less expensive, rougher round the edges choice for a young family.

   His writing is appealing, but a bit rough around the edges.

See also

• rough and ready

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