: not polished
unpolished gemstones
a talented but unpolished performer
an unpolished rough draft

Examples of unpolished in a Sentence

an unpolished but well-meaning young man
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Heretic prides itself on crafting fragrances from entirely raw ingredients, with unpolished takes on beloved classic scents. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024 This watch is listed as a full kit, and appears to be in unpolished condition, showing only light signs of wear. Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024 Push those notions left and gritty, unpolished rhythms resurface under beautiful harmonies to add unusual potency to the band's artistry. Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 18 Oct. 2024 Arnold looked like a promising but unpolished true freshman in limited action last season, completing 44 of 69 pass attempts (63.8 percent) with four touchdowns and three picks. Stewart Mandel, The Athletic, 16 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unpolished 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unpolished was in the 14th century

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“Unpolished.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unpolished. Accessed 1 Jan. 2025.

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