Etymology:
The word "rowdy" derives from the 17th-century English word "roide," which referred to a rowdy or boisterous person. It is thought to have originated from the Middle French word "roide," meaning "stiff" or "unyielding."
Meaning:
Origin:
The term "rowdy" gained popularity in the 18th century, particularly in the American colonies, where it was used to describe rowdy and unruly frontier settlements.
It is believed that the original meaning of "roide" as "stiff" or "unyielding" may have influenced the use of the word "rowdy" to describe people who were resistant to authority or behaved in an obstreperous manner.
Over time, the term has been used to describe a wide range of rowdy behaviors, from loud and boisterous conduct to more extreme forms of disruption and violence.
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