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rudimentary (adj.)

1827; see rudiment + -ary. Earlier was rudimental (1590s).

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Definitions of rudimentary from WordNet

rudimentary (adj.)
being or involving basic facts or principles;
these rudimentary truths
Synonyms: fundamental / underlying
rudimentary (adj.)
being in the earliest stages of development;
rudimentary plans
rudimentary (adj.)
not fully developed in mature animals;
rudimentary wings
Synonyms: vestigial
From wordnet.princeton.edu

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