crude

noun

Any substance in its natural state.

Ellipsis of crude oil. [Unrefined oil; as it is found underground, consisting mainly of hydrocarbons.]

adjective

In a natural, untreated state.

Characterized by simplicity, especially something not carefully or expertly made.

Lacking tact or taste.

(statistics) Not adjusted or further analyzed.

(grammar) Pertaining to the uninflected stem of a word.

Lacking concealing elements.

(obsolete) Uncooked, raw.

(archaic) Immature or unripe.

Roots

cruduscrud- · Latin · raw

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