I. ˈflau̇t verb
Etymology: probably from Middle English flouten to play the flute, from floute flute
Date: 1551
transitive verb
: to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn
flout ing the rules
intransitive verb
: to indulge in scornful behavior
Synonyms: see scoff
Usage: see flaunt
• flout·er noun
II. noun
Date: 1566
: jeer