transcription, транскрипция: [ rʌgɪd ]
1.
A rugged area of land is uneven and covered with rocks, with few trees or plants. ( LITERARY )
...rugged mountainous terrain.
ADJ : usu ADJ n
• rug‧ged‧ly
...a ruggedly beautiful wilderness.
ADV : ADV adj
• rug‧ged‧ness
The island’s ruggedness symbolises our history and the character of the people.
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2.
If you describe a man as rugged , you mean that he has strong, masculine features. ( LITERARY )
A look of pure disbelief crossed Shankly’s rugged face.
ADJ : usu ADJ n [ approval ]
• rug‧ged‧ly
He was six feet tall and ruggedly handsome.
ADV : ADV adj , ADV -ed
3.
If you describe someone’s character as rugged , you mean that they are strong and determined, and have the ability to cope with difficult situations.
Rugged individualism forged America’s frontier society.
ADJ : usu ADJ n [ approval ]
4.
A rugged piece of equipment is strong and is designed to last a long time, even if it is treated roughly.
The camera combines rugged reliability with unequalled optical performance and speed.
ADJ
• rug‧ged‧ness
The body is 90% titanium for ruggedness.
N-UNCOUNT