'Scurrile' definitions:
Definition of 'Scurrile'
From: GCIDE
- Scurrile \Scur"rile\, a. [L. scurrilis, fr. scurra a bufoon, jester: cf. F. scurrile.] Such as befits a buffoon or vulgar jester; grossly opprobrious or loudly jocose in language; scurrilous; as, scurrile taunts. [1913 Webster]
- The wretched affectation of scurrile laughter. --Cowley. [1913 Webster]
- A scurrile or obscene jest will better advance you at the court of Charles than your father's ancient name. --Sir W. Scott. [1913 Webster]