crudity
|cru-di-ty|
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/ˈkruː.dɪ.ti/
lack of refinement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'crudity' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'cruditas,' where 'crudus' meant 'raw or rough.'
Historical Evolution
'cruditas' transformed into the Old French word 'crudité,' and eventually became the modern English word 'crudity' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'rawness or roughness,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lack of refinement or coarseness.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being crude; rawness or lack of refinement.
The crudity of the early sketches was evident.
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Noun 2
a crude or coarse remark or action.
His crudity during the meeting was shocking.
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