paskudnyak en · NOUN
Etymology
From Yiddish פּאַסקודניאַק (paskudnyak), traceable to Polish and Ukrainian.
Meanings
- (derogatory) A nasty or contemptible person.
- (endearing) A young rascal; a boy who makes mischief.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| paskudnyaks | Number=Plur | lexicographic |