n.
Pronunciation: ' skärf
Function: noun
Inflected Form: plural scarfs
Etymology: Middle English skarf, probably from Old Norse skarfr butt end of a plank
Date: 15th century
1 : either of the chamfered or cutaway ends that fit together to form a scarf joint
2 : an in-line joint made by chamfering, halving, or notching two pieces to correspond and lapping them
1 scarf 2