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scoff

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  1. 1) scoff (noun)
  2. 2) scoff (verb)
  3. 3) scoff (verb)

1scoff

noun \ˈskäf, ˈskȯf\

Definition of SCOFF

1
: an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
2
: an object of scorn, mockery, or derision
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Origin of SCOFF

Middle English scof, perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to obsolete Dan skof jest; akin to OldFrisian skof mockery
First Known Use: 14th century

Rhymes with SCOFF

boff, coif, doff, kaph, prof, quaff, shroff, taw, toff

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