FLOUT


Meaning of FLOUT in English

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

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