stig
What is another word for stig? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — British slang for someone seen as scruffy or from a rough background.
We haven't recorded synonyms for stig yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
Etymology
The scruffy-person sense comes from Stig, the wild boy character in Clive King's 1963 children's book "Stig of the Dump".
Full origin of stig →Frequently asked questions
What does “stig” mean?
The word “stig” means british slang for someone seen as scruffy or from a rough background. In plain terms, british slang with two very different meanings depending on context — a scruffy person, or a vape.
How do you pronounce “stig”?
“Stig” is pronounced stihg (/stɪɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “stig” in a sentence?
Here is “stig” used in a sentence: “The other kids called him a stig because of his hand-me-down clothes.”
What part of speech is “stig”?
“Stig” is a noun.
Where does the word “stig” come from?
The word “stig” dates back to around 1963. The scruffy-person sense comes from Stig, the wild boy character in Clive King's 1963 children's book "Stig of the Dump".
How many meanings does “stig” have?
“Stig” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: british slang for someone seen as scruffy or from a rough background.
