scally

noun — 3 senses

scally

noun

/ˈskæli/

Etymology Abbreviation of scallywag.

1

Derogatory A rascal or miscreant, a scallywag.

2

Northern England, Derogatory, Especially, In Manchester and Merseyside A jobless yob who has little or no education, often associated with antisocial behaviour and crime.

3

A flat cap or driving cap.

Related terms
chav, ned, rascal, roadman, scallywag, scunner, townie, yob

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