rough and ready
Crude or unpolished, but still fit for use; good enough.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“The shelter is rough and ready, but it keeps us dry.”
“We built a rough and ready table from spare wood so we could eat dinner outside.”
“Although the translation was rough and ready, it provided enough clarity for the travelers to understand the local instructions.”
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cut up rough
To become angry; to make a fuss.
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have a rough time of it
To have many problems; to have a difficult time.
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ready and waiting
Already prepared for action or use.
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ready or not
Determined, regardless of readiness or preparedness.
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ready to roll
Of a person, machine, vehicle, or plan, fully prepared to begin functioning and operating.
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ready up
to prepare for use, to get ready
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rough around the edges
In need of refinement; unsophisticated.
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rough justice
Treatment or punishment that is not considered fair or in accordance with the law.
Last updated August 10, 2026