Meaning of lewd in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /lud/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    lewd

    Definitions

    1. suggestive of or tending to moral looseness

    Examples

    • « lewd whisperings of a dirty old man »
    • « an indecent gesture »
    • « obscene telephone calls »
    • « salacious limericks »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. driven by lust

    Examples

    • « preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires »
    • « libidinous orgies »

    Synonyms

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