— scabrously , adv. — scabrousness , n.
/skab"reuhs/ , adj.
1. having a rough surface because of minute points or projections.
2. indecent or scandalous; risqué; obscene: scabrous books.
3. full of difficulties.
[ 1575-85; scab ( e ) r rough + -OUS ]
Syn. 2. lewd, wanton, improper.