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roughhewn

/ˈrʌf.hjuːn/
rough · hewn
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• adjective

1

Of timber, stone, or other natural material: cut or shaped crudely without being smoothed or finely finished.

Example

"The cabin featured exposed, roughhewn cedar beams across the high ceiling."

2

Of a person's physical features, character, or manners: rugged, weather-beaten, or lacking social refinement and sophistication.

Example

"The actor was known for his roughhewn jawline and understated, rustic charm."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 16th century as a compound of the adjective 'rough' and 'hewn', the past participle of the Old English verb 'heawan' (meaning to chop or cut with a heavy tool). It originally referred to timber or stone shaped only with basic axe strokes before final smoothing.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Roughhewn. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/roughhewn
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