rough edges

Related to word: rough

Idiom

Definition

  1. If a product, piece of work, or performance has rough edges, it means that some aspects of it could be improved.

    • The new restaurant has great food, but the service has a few rough edges.

    • The report is good overall, but there are some rough edges in the data analysis.

    • The movie has a compelling plot, but the special effects have some rough edges and could use some refinement.

  2. If a person has rough edges, they do not always behave in a polite or refined manner; they may have some minor flaws or occasional lapses in behavior.

    • He was a bit rough around the edges in his youth, but he has matured and become more refined over time.

    • Although she has some rough edges and can be quite direct at times, she's a very kind person.

    • He admits that some of his habits have rough edges, but he is working on improving himself.