Where does “scoff” come from?
Scoff comes from Middle English scof, whose ultimate origin and meaning remain uncertain.
scoff (English): A derisive or mocking expression of scorn,...
Definitions
- A derisive or mocking expression of scorn,...
Ancestry of “scoff”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
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| 1 | Middle English | scof | — |
Words derived from “scoff”