adjective
- dealing with sexual matters in a humorous but indecent way
Usage: often considered mildly offensive
Examples
- The comedian’s bawdy jokes made some audience members uncomfortable.
- Shakespeare’s plays often contained bawdy humor that delighted common audiences.
- The tavern was known for its bawdy songs and rowdy atmosphere.
- She blushed at her grandfather’s bawdy stories from his navy days.
- The medieval festival featured bawdy entertainment typical of the era.
- Critics praised the film despite its bawdy dialogue and crude humor.