I. ˈflau̇t, usu -au̇d.+V verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: probably from Middle English flouten to play the flute — more at flute
transitive verb
1. : to treat with contempt : mock , insult
2. obsolete : to quote or say sarcastically or by way of mockery
intransitive verb
: to engage in or practice mocking : sneer , fleer
Synonyms: see scoff
II. noun
( -s )
: insult , jeer , mock , scoff ; sometimes : mockery , jeering