transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈrə-gəd ]
adjective
Etymology: Middle English, from Middle English * rug
Date: 14th century
1. obsolete : shaggy , hairy
2. : having a rough uneven surface : jagged
rugged mountains
3. : turbulent , stormy
rugged weather
4.
a. : seamed with wrinkles and furrows : weathered — used of a human face
b. : showing facial signs of strength
rugged good looks
5.
a. : austere , stern
b. : coarse , rude
c. : rough and strong in character
6.
a. : presenting a severe test of ability, stamina, or resolution
b. : strongly built or constituted : robust
those that survive are stalwart, rugged men — L. D. Stamp
Synonyms: see rough
• rug·ged·ly adverb
• rug·ged·ness noun