Meaning of the word scoff in English

What does scoff mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

scoff

US /skɑːf/

UK /skɒf/

to speak to someone or about something in a mocking or scornful way

Example:

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The critics scoffed at his new play.

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She scoffed at the idea of working for free.

Synonym:

mock ridicule deride sneer jeer

to eat something quickly and greedily

Example:

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He scoffed down the entire pizza in minutes.

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The children scoffed all the cookies before dinner.

Synonym:

devour gobble gorge wolf guzzle