English Explanatory Dictionary

scally

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A rascal or miscreant, a scallywag.
  2. A jobless yob who has little or no education, often associated with antisocial behaviour and crime.
  3. A flat cap or driving cap.
name
  1. A surname from Irish.

Pronunciation

/ˈskæli/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-scally.wav

Word forms

scally scallies Scallys Skelly

Etymology

Abbreviation of scallywag.

Related words

chav ned rascal roadman scallywag scunner townie yob
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