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scalawag

(pejorative) A disreputable fellow, a good-for-nothing, a scapegrace, a blackguard.

ˈskæləˌwɑɡ46 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026

(pejorative) A disreputable fellow, a good-for-nothing, a scapegrace, a blackguard.

Origin: Of obscure origin, perhaps from the name of the Shetland village of Scalloway (from ), known for its dwarf ponies and dwarf cattle. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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#2·Apr 27, 2026

(informal) A badly behaved person, especially a child; a mischief-maker; a rascal.

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#3·Apr 27, 2026

(pejorative, archaic) A scrawny cow.

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