harshsurface
nounUK /ˈhɑːʃˌsɜːfɪs/
US /ˈhɑːrʃˌsɜːrfɪs/
A harsh surface is a rough, hard top that feels scratchy or bumpy when you touch it.
The harsh surface of the rock scraped my knees when I climbed it.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A difficult or unfriendly situation that is hard to deal with.
Starting at a new school felt like a harsh surface at first.
3. A severe or strict way of treating people.
The coach's harsh surface made the team nervous.
4. A hard, unkind tone or manner in someone's behavior.
Under his harsh surface, he was actually very kind.