scallywag

[ skal-ee-wag ]

noun

1. a variant of scalawag.

scallywag

/ ˈskælɪˌwæɡ /

noun

1. informal.
   a scamp; rascal
2. (after the US Civil War) a White Southerner who supported the Republican Party and its policy of Black emancipation. Scallywags were viewed as traitors by their fellow Southerners

Word History and Origins

Origin of scallywag¹

C19: (originally undersized animal) of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

“He was very mischievous, a real scallywag, but such great fun, we miss him everyday”, she said.

From BBC

The retirements came after line honors contender SHK Scallywag was among the three boats of the 103 starters to pull out on the first evening after the start Tuesday in Sydney harbor.

From Washington Times

“I suppose I should go and break my fast before Cook gives away my portion to that scallywag son of hers, Leo!”

From Literature

“You’ll do nothing of the sort! You young scallywag, I could give you a ten-second start and still beat you to the top of the wall! D’you want to try me?”

From Literature

“Patience, you young scallywag,” chided the ancient mouse.

From Literature