rocky
English → English
(terrain) Rocky: consisting of or full of rocks or stones; difficult to walk or grow plants on
The trail became very rocky and steep near the summit, making it difficult for the hikers to find their footing.
(English) The trail became very rocky and steep near the summit, making it difficult for the hikers to find their footing.
It is hard to farm on this land because the soil is too rocky and lacks the necessary nutrients.
(English) It is hard to farm on this land because the soil is too rocky and lacks the necessary nutrients.
(metaphor) Rocky: full of difficulties, problems, or uncertainty; unstable and likely to fail
After a rocky start to their business partnership, they eventually learned how to work together effectively.
(English) After a rocky start to their business partnership, they eventually learned how to work together effectively.
The peace negotiations are off to a rocky start due to a disagreement over the new border locations.
(English) The peace negotiations are off to a rocky start due to a disagreement over the new border locations.
Entry ID: en:en:rocky · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary