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Bawdy

Verb / ˈbɔ:di: / Another word for bawdy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'bawdy' means dealing with sexual matters in a humorously indecent or irreverent way.

Synonyms & similar words

offcolor ribald bawdry indecent risqué obscene vulgar lewd racy naughty suggestive improper salacious ribald offensive coarse crude raunchy dirty smutty filthy gross immodest

Example sentences

  1. 1. The play had some bawdy scenes that made the audience giggle.
  2. 2. My grandma doesn't like it when people use bawdy language.
  3. 3. The comedian's bawdy jokes were not suitable for children.
  4. 4. The book had a few bawdy illustrations that were meant for adults only.
  5. 5. The movie had a bawdy sense of humor that some people found inappropriate.

Quotes

  • 1. 'The bawdy wind, that kisses all it meets.' - William Shakespeare
  • 2. 'A bawdy tale, Sir, that will not bear a good construction.' - William Shakespeare
  • 3. 'The bawdy language of the sailor was not appropriate for the dinner table.' - Unknown

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