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coarse
01
having a rough or uneven surface or texture
Examples
The coarse fabric of the blanket was scratchy against her skin.
He used a coarse sandpaper to prepare the wood for painting.
02
having large particles or components
Examples
The coarse sand on the beach made it difficult to build sandcastles.
The recipe called for coarse salt to enhance the flavor of the dish.
Examples
The comedian 's coarse jokes about sensitive topics made some audience members uncomfortable.
His coarse manner of speaking was evident when he used profanity in everyday conversations.
Examples
The coarse materials used in the construction led to a less durable building.
He was disappointed with the coarse quality of the fabric used in his new shirt.
05
connected to fishing practices aimed at catching non-game fish, often found in freshwater environments
Examples
Coarse fishing requires different techniques compared to game fishing, focusing on species like carp and roach.
The local lake is popular among coarse anglers for its abundant fish population.
Lexical Tree
coarsely
coarseness
coarsen
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