Mangy
(adjective)
- Suffering from mange, a skin disease caused by parasitic mites, characterized by itching, hair loss, and scabs.
- Shabby, dirty, or in poor condition.
Origin:
The word mangy comes from the old english word mange, meaning "mange", which is a skin disease caused by parasitic mites, it is characterized by itching, hair loss, and scabs. it is also used to describe something or someone that is shabby, dirty, or in poor condition.
Examples:
- The dog was mangy and had a lot of scabs.
- The mangy cat was missing patches of fur.
- The mangy blanket was full of holes.
- The mangy clothes were not fit to wear.
- The mangy appearance of the old car was a turn off.