Also means
coarse
Usage Note
Rugueux describes a surface that is rough or uneven to the touch. The feminine form is rugueuse. It contrasts with lisse (smooth). Figuratively it can describe a harsh or abrasive personality or a rugged landscape.
Examples
"L'écorce de cet arbre est très rugueuse."
Natural Translation
The bark of this tree is very rough.
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