Minger

Minger

MINGER /ˈmiŋə/ /ˈmɪŋə/
Noun 46

An unattractive person

Example Sentences

"She called herself a minger on TV."
"He's a right minger."
"What a minger!"

Etymology & History

British ugly person. British appearance insult from 1990s. 'Absolute minger' British harsh criticism. Youth British slang. From Scottish 'ming' (smell). Reflects British appearance judgment vocabulary.

Word Details

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Region
Scottish
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Era
1990s
Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang

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