raw
raw
raa
British pronunciation
/rɔː/

Definition & Meaning of "raw"in English

01

related to foods that have not been exposed to heat or any form of cooking

uncooked

raw definition and meaning
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She enjoyed a salad made with raw vegetables and leafy greens.
02

lacking skill or experience in a new role or task

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The company hired several raw recruits who needed proper training.
03

having an exposed or irritated surface, causing discomfort or sensitivity, often due to injury

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After the long hike, his feet were raw from the rough terrain.
04

(of data) having not been processed or analyzed

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The scientist examined the raw data before applying any statistical methods.
05

showing harsh truths or difficult realities in a blunt and direct way

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The documentary gave a raw insight into life in a refugee camp.
06

having intense, uncontrolled force or energy

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The athlete 's raw power helped him dominate the competition.
07

(of a material) having not undergone any processing or refinement

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The artist preferred to work with raw clay before shaping it into sculptures.
08

cold and often accompanied by a biting wind

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The raw weather made the walk to work feel unbearable.
09

(of wood) not yet processed or treated

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The raw wood needed to be sanded before it could be used in construction.
10

used to describe something that is fantastic, incredible, or highly impressive

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That new track is absolutely raw — I've had it on repeat all day!
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