adj.
Pronunciation: ' m ā n-j ē
Function: adjective
Inflected Form: mang · i · er ; -est
Date: 1515
1 : affected with or resulting from mange
2 a : having many worn or bare spots <a mangy rug> b : SEEDY , SHABBY <a mangy office>
– man · gi · ness \ -j ē -n ə s \ noun