R-rated

American  

[ahr-rey-tid] / ˈɑrˌreɪ tɪd /

adjective

1. (of a motion picture) suitable for those under 17 years of age only when accompanied by an adult.

2. mature, adult, or vulgar: R-rated jokes.

   R-rated language;

   R-rated jokes.

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Etymology

Origin of R-rated

First recorded in 1965–70; R ³ ( def. ) + rate ¹ ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

Amazon MGM's other recent efforts have included Melania, about the US First Lady, and the R-rated thriller Crime 101, with the forthcoming Masters of the Universe set for release in June.

From BBC

“This is an R-rated book,” Alonso said.

From Los Angeles Times

Variety in its opening weekend also soft-pedaled the film’s success in a post shared on X: “Sinners has amassed $60 million in its global debut. It’s a great result for an original, R-rated feature yet the Warner Bros. release has a $90 million price tag before global marketing expenses, so profitability remains a ways away.”

From Los Angeles Times

Jimenez didn’t see the connection between her R-rated comedy about a moody Mexican American teen and a PG animated feature set in the world of K-pop music, but the duo still pitched.

From Los Angeles Times

“I’m not allowed to watch R-rated movies!” a kid behind Jonah screamed.

From Literature