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maungy

What does maungy mean?

Sulky, miserable or given to whining, especially of a child. Yorkshire/Northern dialect.

"He's gone all maungy 'cause he's tired."

Origin

Northern English dialect, related to 'mangy'/'moan'.

Frequently asked questions

What does 'maungy' mean?
It means whiny, sulky or bad-tempered, especially said of a tired child.
Where does 'maungy' come from?
It's a Northern English dialect word, related to 'mangy' and 'moan'.
Where is 'maungy' used?
It's heard across Yorkshire and Northern England.
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