General
scal
What does scal mean?
A scally/scallywag — a working-class, often tracksuited youth. North West term.
"Bunch of scals hanging round the precinct."
Origin
North West slang, shortening of 'scallywag'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'scal' mean?
It's short for 'scally' — a working-class, often tracksuited youth in North West England.
Where does 'scal' come from?
It's a shortening of 'scallywag', used as North West slang.
Is 'scal' the same as 'scally'?
Yes, 'scal' is simply a clipped form of 'scally'.
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