scoff
noun
\ ˈskäf
, ˈskȯf\
, ˈskȯf\
Definition of scoff
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
2
: an object of scorn, mockery, or derision
scoff
verb (1)
scoffed;
scoffing;
scoffs
Definition of scoff (Entry 2 of 3)
: to show contempt by derisive acts or language
scoffed at the idea
: to treat or address with derision : mock
scoff
verb (2)
scoffed;
scoffing;
scoffs
Definition of scoff (Entry 3 of 3)
1
: to eat greedily
scoffed dinner
2
: seize
—often used with up scoffed up the free gifts
: to eat something greedily
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More Definitions for scoff
scoff
verb
\ ˈskäf
, ˈskȯf\
, ˈskȯf\
scoffed;
scoffing
Kids Definition of scoff
: to show great disrespect with mocking laughter or behavior
People once scoffed at the idea of space travel.
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