01 a. Using the low and indecent language of the meaner sort of people, or such as only the license of buffoons can warrant; as, a scurrilous fellow.
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Using the low and indecent language of the meaner sort of people, or such as only the license of buffoons can warrant; as, a scurrilous fellow.
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Containing low indecency or abuse; mean; foul; vile; obscenely jocular; as, scurrilous language.“The absurd and scurrilous sermon which had very unwisely been honored with impeachment.” — Macaulay.