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scoff

/skɒf/ verb · British & US
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What does scoff mean?

verb

to laugh or express contempt or scorn, often in a scornful or mocking manner. to express contempt or scorn, often in a scornful or mocking manner.

Example

"She scoffed at the idea of paying such a high price for a used car."

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