Slang originating in London England but now widespread. Means something that is nasty or rank. Can also mean an unpleasant feeling.
by Karl Steiger January 31, 2004

highly disgusting, really really really smelly. ugly, bad in general. horrible, nappy, normally refers to hair, odor, or ones appearance
by danii curry January 16, 2004

This spelling originated with lower scots. Given the 'auld alliance' it is taken from the french; Manque meaning lacking or defective. The scots simplified the defective and applied it to everything spoiled or dirty, excessively so.
by geda February 4, 2008

by VAs4luverz March 21, 2006

something that is really nasty, old, or sweaty. it is in the new movie, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. very cool london slang word.
Harry: Why are we all standing around this manky old boot?
Fred/George: It's not just any manky old boot, it's a portkey!
Fred/George: It's not just any manky old boot, it's a portkey!
by loolia December 28, 2005

by BobRossss October 5, 2020
