English Explanatory Dictionary

flout

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To express contempt for (laws, rules, etc.) by word or action.
  2. To scorn.
noun
  1. The act by which something is flouted; violation of a law.
  2. A mockery or insult.

Pronunciation

/flaʊt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-flout.wav /flʌʊt/

Word forms

flout flouts flouting flouted

Etymology

Perhaps from Middle English flouten (“to play the flute”); compare with Dutch fluiten.

Synonyms

fleer jeer flout gird jibe scoff scorn

Derived words

flout at flouter floutingly unflouted
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