off-color



off-color

Rude or vulgar; likely to offend others, especially due to being sexually explicit or suggestive. Primarily heard in US. A: "What did you think of the awards ceremony last night?" B: "I found the presenter's jokes a bit too off-color for my taste." I'm afraid I may have gotten on your friend's bad side with my off-color remarks.

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
MÓNicaMO-nee-kahSpanish
Monroe[mən'rəu]
Bryce[brais]
Hirakuhee-ṙah-kooJapanese
Paddy-Irish
Simone (1)see-MON (French)French, English