What does CRUDE mean?

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Adjective, Noun

Definitions

• Adjective: in a natural or raw state; not yet processed or refined
• Adjective: lacking in sophistication or subtlety; rudimentary or undeveloped
• Noun: natural petroleum as it comes from the ground before it has been refined or processed

Pronunciations

• US: /kruːd/
• UK: /kruːd/

Origin and Usage

The word "crude" comes from the Latin word "crudus," meaning raw or unripe. It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe raw materials, such as crude oil, and has also been used to describe people or things that are unrefined or unsophisticated. In recent years, the term "crude" has been used frequently to describe oil prices, which are subject to fluctuations based on supply and demand.

Synonyms

• Adjective: raw, unrefined, rough, primitive, basic, unsophisticated
• Noun: unrefined oil, natural petroleum

Related Words

• Crust
• Cured
• Cruel
• Cruet
• Croup

Example Sentences

• The crude oil was shipped to the refinery for processing.
• His crude behavior at the dinner party embarrassed his wife.
• The price of crude oil has risen sharply in recent months.