rough trade noun2 •(slang) Rough or tough men who are available as casual sexual partners for other men (for example in exchange for money).Looked to me like one of these here sissies lookin' for rough trade, see, thought I'd roll him for some jack, what the hell, what can you do if you're sick an' can't work? — 1932 •(slang) Violent or sadomasochistic sex, especially casual gay sex.