raw
Translation
raw, uncooked, unprocessed, inexperienced
Examples
I prefer to eat raw vegetables.
I prefer to eat raw vegetables.
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 the new shoes.
My heel is raw from the new shoes.
Grammar Patterns
raw ((noun)) uncooked, unprocessed I prefer to eat raw vegetables.
((noun)) is raw (sth.) is in an uncooked or sore state My heel is raw from the new shoes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: uncooked, unprocessed, crude; Antonyms: cooked, processed, refined
Etymology
From Old English 'hrēaw', meaning 'uncooked'. Of Germanic origin.
Memory Tips
Think of 'raw' as something in its natural, untouched state, whether it's food, data, or a person's skill.