Definitions

1. adjective

coarse or off-color in language, humor, or content; risqué

“The comedy club was known for its bawdy humor that pushed the limits of what was considered acceptable.”

2. noun

something that is coarse or off-color in language, humor, or content; a risqué situation or subject

“The bawdy jokes told by the stand-up comedian left the audience in stitches, but also raised some eyebrows.”