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Understanding Ribald: The Vulgar and Indecent in Language

Ribald, an adjective defining language that is vulgar, coarse, or indecent, originates from the Frankish word for copulation. It signifies a certain crudeness associated with speech that can offend sensibilities. For instance, ribald lyrics may upset listeners, as illustrated by a mother deleting a song deemed inappropriate for her teen. Additionally, loud and ribald speech often categorizes one as tasteless. Common examples are found in the worlds of rap music, angry outbursts, and discussions of generally distasteful topics, showcasing how ribald language pervades culture.

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Understanding Ribald: The Vulgar and Indecent in Language

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  1. ribald, adjective vulgar, coarse, or indecent in speech

  2. Frankish • From riben: to copulate, to be in heat, literally to rub

  3. The ribald lyrics upset the teen’s mother, who promptly deleted the song • Loud, ribald speech is a quick way to be classified as trashy

  4. Examples… • Rappers • Angry People • Generally disgusting things

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