Zesty Y
2022-02-17 09:02
(a little/bit) rough around the edges adjective
Used to describe something imperfect but ready for use or action
The slide is a bit rough around the edges, but it covers all core points in our presentation.
My house was not rough around the edges as they described.
Used to describe someone or something slightly lacking in refinement, sophistication, manners, etc.
This glass of smoothie looks rough around the edges, but it tastes delicious.
He might appear a bit rough around the edges, but he is such a decent bloke.
Used to describe someone who is a bit sick or unwell, especially because someone is suffer from a hangover
The party was great, but I was a bit rough around the edges the next day.
To look very messy
Being hung-over
The origin of this phrase is not clear.
Do you see anything wrong?
To be very wet
Because of forgetting bringing an umbrella, I look like a drowned rat when it rains.
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