Maggoty

Maggoty

MAG-ot-ee ˈmaɡəti
Adjective

Fanciful.

Example Sentences

"He's a bit maggoty."
"Maggoty ideas she has."

Etymology & History

Dorset word meaning fanciful, whimsical, or having odd ideas. From maggot (whimsical notion). Suggests someone with maggots (strange ideas) in their head.

Word Details

📍
Region
Dorset
📅
Era
1700s
Language
none
💬
Formality
informal

Learn Another Word

🔀 Shuffle & Discover
Anglotopia's Dictionary of British English 2nd Edition Book Cover

Anglotopia's Dictionary of British English 2nd Edition

British Slang from A to Zed

By Jonathan Thomas

📚 Over 2,000+ British Slang Definitions!

Know Another Definition?

Share Your Knowledge

Your email address will not be published.