Meaning Of The Word Rough-and-ready

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What's The Definition Of Rough-and-ready?

rough and ready
done in a hurry, and so rather basic, or not very exact
adjective: A rough and ready solution or method is one that is rather simple and not very exact because it has been thought of or done in a hurry.

rough-and-ready in American English
rough, or crude, rude, unpolished, etc., but effective enough
adjective: rough, rude, or crude, but good enough for the purpose

rough-and-ready in British English
adjective: crude, unpolished, or hastily prepared, but sufficient for the purpose

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