Main Entry:

un·couth

Pronunciation:

\ən-ˈküth\

Function:

adjective

Etymology:

Middle English, from Old English uncūth, from un- + cūth familiar, known; akin to Old High German kund known, Old English can know — more at can

Date:

before 12th century

1 aarchaic : not known or not familiar to one : seldom experienced : uncommon, rare bobsolete : mysterious, uncanny2 a: strange or clumsy in shape or appearance : outlandish b: lacking in polish and grace : rugged <uncouth verse> c: awkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude

— un·couth·ly adverb

— un·couth·ness noun