rudimentary
//ˌruːdɪˈmɛntəri//
Adjective
rudimentaryCanonical form
more rudimentaryComparative
most rudimentarySuperlative
1
Involving or limited to basic principles; elementary or fundamental.
She has only a rudimentary understanding of the subject.
2
Relating to an immature, undeveloped, or basic form.
The embryo has rudimentary limbs that will develop further over time.
3
(Biology) Not fully developed in structure or function; vestigial.
Some snakes have rudimentary hind limbs that are no longer used for walking.