Definitions

1. noun

a type of fish, particularly the opah or moonfish, that is found in tropical and temperate waters.

“The chef caught a roughy and served it as the main course for the evening.”

2. noun

a type of weed or unwanted plant growth, especially in gardens or agricultural fields.

“The gardeners had to remove a patch of roughy before planting new flowers.”

3. adjective

having a rough or uneven texture.

“The roughy stones lined the riverbed, making it difficult to cross.”