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malky
What does malky mean?
To attack or beat up; 'a malky' can also mean a razor or blade used as a weapon.
"He got malkied ootside the pub."
Origin
Scots (Glasgow) rhyming slang: 'Malky Fraser' for 'razor'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'malky' mean?
To malky someone is to attack or beat them up. As a noun, 'a malky' can mean a razor or blade used as a weapon.
Where does 'malky' come from?
It's Glasgow rhyming slang, from 'Malky Fraser' rhyming with 'razor'.
Is 'malky' violent slang?
Yes, it belongs to Glasgow street slang around fighting and weapons, so it carries a violent connotation.
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