Meaning of the word "near the knuckle" in English

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near the knuckle

US /nɪr ðə ˈnʌkəl/
UK /nɪr ðə ˈnʌkəl/
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Idiom

1.

almost offensive or rude, especially because of being sexual or involving rude humor

Example:
His jokes were a bit near the knuckle for the family gathering.
The comedian's routine was quite near the knuckle, but the audience loved it.
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