uncouth
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Adjective — Lacking good manners; crude or unrefined in behavior.
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Etymology
From Old English uncūþ, "unknown" — literally un- + couth (once meaning "known" or "familiar"). It shifted from meaning "strange" to meaning "crude," since anything unfamiliar seemed rough or unrefined.
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What does “uncouth” mean?
The word “uncouth” means lacking good manners; crude or unrefined in behavior. In plain terms, rough around the edges — lacking polish, manners, or refinement.
How do you pronounce “uncouth”?
“Uncouth” is pronounced uhn-KOOTH (/ʌnˈkuːθ/ in IPA).
How do you use “uncouth” in a sentence?
Here is “uncouth” used in a sentence: “His uncouth table manners embarrassed the whole family.”
What part of speech is “uncouth”?
“Uncouth” is an adjective.
Where does the word “uncouth” come from?
The word “uncouth” comes from Old English. From Old English uncūþ, "unknown" — literally un- + couth (once meaning "known" or "familiar"). It shifted from meaning "strange" to meaning "crude," since anything unfamiliar seemed rough or unrefined.
How many meanings does “uncouth” have?
“Uncouth” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: lacking good manners; crude or unrefined in behavior.