mangey

/ˈmæn.dʒi/

Definitions

1. adjective

covered or infested with mange; diseased, especially with skin diseases such as ringworm or eczema

“The mangey stray dog struggled to find food in the streets.”

2. noun

a disease of dogs and other mammals, characterized by skin lesions, especially caused by parasitic mites

“The vet diagnosed the dog with mangey and prescribed a course of treatment.”

Synonyms

  • fleabitten
  • matted

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • unblemished