Word a Day
crude
What does crude mean?
crude (adjective): characterized by simplicity, especially something not carefully or expertly made.
Definition: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
How do you pronounce crude?
/kɹud/ (IPA, American English). The app reads every word aloud.
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What does “crude” mean?
failing in or neglectful of a duty or obligation; guilty of a misdeed or offense
Not quite: that's what delinquent means.
chronologically first, early; of or pertaining to the beginning, cause or origin
Not quite: that's what initial means.
characterized by simplicity, especially something not carefully or expertly made
Right! That's what “crude” means.
relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed
Not quite: that's what dependent means.
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