Meaning of the word mangy in English
What does mangy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mangy
US /ˈmeɪn.dʒi/
UK /ˈmeɪn.dʒi/
Adjective
1.
suffering from mange; having a skin disease causing hair loss and scabs, especially in dogs and other animals
Example:
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The stray dog looked thin and mangy.
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We found a small, mangy cat hiding under the porch.
2.
shabby or squalid in appearance; dilapidated
Example:
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The old house had a rather mangy look to it.
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He lived in a small, mangy apartment on the outskirts of the city.