Gingin

Gingin

GING-in ˈɡɪŋɪn
Adjective

Disgusting.

Example Sentences

"That's pure gingin!"
"Yer breath's gingin."

Etymology & History

Glaswegian slang for disgusting or smelly, pronounced "ging-in." Possibly related to "minging" (British slang for disgusting). Used in Central Scotland urban slang.

Word Details

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Region
Scotland
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Era
1980s
Language
none
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Formality
informal

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