Malky is a term embedded in Scottish street language and often linked with aggressive actions. Originally from Glasgow's gang culture, it refers to slashing with an open razor, a nod to the rhyming slang Malcolm (Malky) Fraser (Razor). Beyond this specific meaning, "malky" can broadly denote other forms of aggression, such as a headbutt or other physical assault.

For instance, someone might say, "Did you hear aboot wee Shug? He got malkied!" to indicate that Shug was the victim of such violence. Wee Shug probably deserved it.

The phrase "Set Phasers to Malky" is from the Scottish 90s TV sketch show "Chewin' the Fat". In one skit, the show reimagines Star Trek's United Federation of Planets as originating from Dundee, a city known for its... distinctive... accent.