raw
Translation
uncooked, unprocessed, inexperienced, sore
Examples
I prefer raw fish to cooked fish.
I prefer raw fish to cooked fish.
They export raw materials to other countries.
They export raw materials to other countries.
He is a raw recruit with no experience.
He is a raw recruit with no experience.
My heel is raw from my new shoes.
My heel is raw from my new shoes.
Grammar Patterns
((raw + noun)) uncooked/unprocessed This recipe uses raw eggs.
((sth. is raw)) to be uncooked/sore The meat is still raw in the middle.
Similar Words
Synonyms: uncooked, unprocessed; Antonyms: cooked, processed
Etymology
From Old English 'hrēaw', meaning 'uncooked'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'raw meat'. It's in its most basic, natural state. This applies to materials, emotions, and people too.