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[Japanese machine]

This is kind of OT but I need to know what the expression "diamond in the rough" means.

thanks.

 

[skaman607]

it sort of means that someone has the talent, but it just needs to be refined, sort of like wet behind the ears

 

[Japanese machine]

it sort of means that someone has the talent, but it just needs to be refined, sort of like wet behind the ears

i see. thanks for the reply. Can this expression be used in a literal manner? not metaphorical?