adjective
raunchy
RAWN-chee/ˈrɔːntʃi/
Coarsely dirty or offensive in character.
The guest's raunchy prank provokes coarse laughter and embarrassed disapproval at the party.
Etymology
Originally describing things that were dirty, sloppy, or in bad shape, raunchy later extended that dirtiness to vulgar or sexually explicit material. Its origin is unknown; a connection with Mexican Spanish rancho is only a possibility.
In context
… because there is an old saying that there is nothing open after 2:00 a.m. besides of the legs I know that was a little raunchy joke …
More examples
- The comedy is too raunchy for young children.
- The band's newer songs have even raunchier lyrics.
- The raunchy motel room has stained sheets and a filthy carpet.
Forms
raunchy · raunchier · raunchiest
raunchiness noun — The quality of being vulgar or dirty.