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diamond in the rough Fig. a person who has good qualities despite a rough exterior; a person with great potential. Sam looks a little scruffy, but he's a diamond in the rough. He's a diamond in the rough—a little hard to take at times, but very smart and helpful. See also: rough a rough diamond (British & Australian) also a diamond in the rough (American & Australian) a person who does not seem very polite or well educated at first, although they have a good character Mitchell may have been a rough diamond, but he was absolutely loyal to his employer. See also: rough a diamond in the rough someone or something whose good qualities are hidden This film is one of those diamonds in the rough, a wonderful gem that almost no one has noticed. Etymology: based on the idea that you cannot see the beauty of a diamond (jewel) when it is rough (not yet cut and filled with brightness) See also: rough How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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