Meaning of the word scabrous in English
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scabrous
US /ˈskeɪ.brəs/
UK /ˈskeɪ.brəs/
Adjective
1.
rough to the touch; scaly or scurfy
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The old wall had a scabrous surface, covered in moss and lichen.
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His skin felt scabrous after days of exposure to the harsh desert sun.
2.
dealing with salacious or indecent subjects; risqué
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The comedian's routine was full of scabrous jokes that made some audience members uncomfortable.
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He was known for his scabrous wit and biting satire.