👉 Ribaldry, also known as "ribaldry of the tongue," is a type of humorous writing that originated in medieval England. It involves using humor and irony to provoke laughter or ridicule others, often through exaggeration or satire. The word "ribald" comes from Latin, meaning "of ribbons." In this context, it refers to the use of ribaldry as a form of humor, where one uses exaggerated language, actions, or expressions in order to make someone laugh
