Mangy

Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪn.dʒi/

Definitions of mangy

adjective an adjective that describes something as being in poor condition or of poor quality, often used to describe animals with skin diseases or parasites

Example Sentences

A1 The mangy stray cat wandered the streets looking for food.

A2 The mangy dog was taken in by a kind family who nursed it back to health.

B1 The mangy old horse was still beloved by its owner despite its rough appearance.

B2 The mangy stray animals in the shelter were in need of medical attention and care.

C1 The mangy fur of the neglected dog showed the neglect it had endured for years.

C2 The mangy appearance of the wild foxes in the forest indicated a harsh life in the wilderness.

Examples of mangy in a Sentence

formal The mangy stray dog was taken to the animal shelter for treatment.

informal I saw a mangy cat lurking around the dumpster behind the restaurant.

slang That dude's hair is so mangy, he really needs to wash it.

figurative The old building had a mangy appearance, with peeling paint and broken windows.

Grammatical Forms of mangy

• past tense: mangied
• plural: mangies
• comparative: more mangy
• superlative: most mangy
• present tense: mangies
• future tense: will be mangy
• perfect tense: have mangied
• continuous tense: is being mangy
• singular: mangy
• positive degree: mangy
• infinitive: to mangy
• gerund: mangying
• participle: mangied

Origin and Evolution of mangy

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'mangy' is believed to have originated from the Old French word 'mangeor', which means 'mange'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'mangy' evolved to refer to something that is shabby, dirty, or in poor condition, particularly in relation to animals with skin diseases. The term is now commonly used to describe something or someone as unkempt or unattractive.