rough around the edges

== English == === Alternative forms === rough round the edges, rough-around-the-edges === Pronunciation === === Adjective === rough around the edges (comparative rougher around the edges, superlative roughest around the edges) (idiomatic) In need of refinement; unsophisticated. While rough around the edges, the church is really a wonderful place to be. The north side of town is a less expensive, rougher round the edges choice for a young family. His writing is appealing, but a bit rough around the edges. ==== Related terms ==== rough edges ==== Translations ==== === See also === rough and ready