Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

skanky-ho

slang

/ˈskeɪŋ.ki hoʊ/

Definition

A derogatory term used to describe a person, typically a woman, perceived as promiscuous or lacking in cleanliness.

Examples

Despite being called a skanky-ho, she was just living her life as she saw fit.
The party was full of people, but one girl stood out for the wrong reasons; they all labeled her a skanky-ho.

Meaning

This term combines ‘skanky,’ which refers to being dirty or undesirable, and ‘ho,’ a slang term for a promiscuous woman. It is often used to insult or demean someone’s character or lifestyle.