Definitions

1. adjective

having a harsh or uneven quality; having a surface that is not smooth.

“The rough terrain made it difficult to hike.”

2. noun

a surface or material that is not smooth.

“The rough bark of the tree scratched my hand.”

3. verb

to make something rough or uneven.

“The machine roughed out the metal block.”

4. adverb

in a rough or uneven manner.

“The storm was rough, with strong winds and heavy rain.”