ribaldry
Americannoun
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ribald character, as of language; scurrility.
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ribald speech.
noun
Etymology
Origin of ribaldry
1300–50; Middle English ribaudrie < Old French. See ribald, -ry
Example Sentences
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“This Paramount color release is worth seeing,” Thompson added, “if only for the casual, saddle-sore expertise and ribaldry” of Wayne and Mitchum, whom he referred to as “these two leathery dudes.”
From New York Times
The sight of him crouched in the shade with reddened face and streaming eyes evoked from his companions not pity but ribaldry.
From Literature
How much more thrilling would the 2012 Olympics have been had there been a place within them for gluttony, revelry and ribaldry?
From The Guardian
But the Super Bowl is so essentially conservative that it warps even the slightest bit of ribaldry.
From The Guardian
In this lively and beautifully paced production, Martin and his cast emphasize the mischievous, capturing Thomas’ heroic ribaldry while honoring his play’s mystery and essential sadness.
From Los Angeles Times
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