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scally

Pronunciation: /ˈskæli/

The English word “scally” has 3 meanings listed here.

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.

Etymology

Abbreviation of scallywag.

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