RIBALD


Meaning of RIBALD in English

[ 'rɪb(ə)ld , 'rʌɪbɔ:ld ]

■ adjective coarsely or irreverently humorous.

Origin

ME (as a noun denoting a licentious or irreverent person): from OFr. ribauld , from riber 'indulge in licentious pleasures', from a Gmc base meaning 'prostitute'.

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