[scorn] n [ME, fr. OF escarn, of Gmc origin; akin to OHG scern jest] (13c) 1: open dislike and disrespect or derision often mixed with indignation
2: an expression of contempt or derision
3: an object of extreme disdain, contempt, or derision: something contemptible
[2]scorn vt (13c): to treat with scorn: reject or dismiss as contemptible or unworthy "~ed the traditions of their ancestors" "~ed to reply to the charge" ~ vi: to show disdain or derision: scoff syn see despise -- scorn .er n