mangy
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Adj — Suffering from mange, or looking as scruffy and patchy as an animal with it.
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Etymology
Formed from mange plus the adjective-forming suffix -y.
Full origin of mangy →Frequently asked questions
What does “mangy” mean?
The word “mangy” means suffering from mange, or looking as scruffy and patchy as an animal with it. In plain terms, scruffy and scabby-looking, whether describing a diseased animal or just something shabby and worn.
How do you pronounce “mangy”?
“Mangy” is pronounced MAYN-jee (/ˈmeɪn.d͡ʒi/ in IPA).
How do you use “mangy” in a sentence?
Here is “mangy” used in a sentence: “A mangy dog wandered around the market looking for scraps.”
What part of speech is “mangy”?
“Mangy” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “mangy” have?
“Mangy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: suffering from mange, or looking as scruffy and patchy as an animal with it.