Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [skahrf]
- /skɑrf/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [skahrf]
- /skɑrf/
Definitions of scarfing word
- noun plural scarfing a long, broad strip of wool, silk, lace, or other material worn about the neck, shoulders, or head, for ornament or protection against cold, drafts, etc.; muffler. 1
- noun plural scarfing a necktie or cravat with hanging ends. 1
- noun plural scarfing a long cover or ornamental cloth for a bureau, table, etc. 1
- noun plural scarfing a tapered or otherwise-formed end on each of the pieces to be assembled with a scarf joint. 1
- noun plural scarfing Whaling. a strip of skin along the body of the whale. 1
- verb with object scarfing to assemble with a scarf joint. 1
Information block about the term
Origin of scarfing
First appearance:
before 1545 One of the 30% oldest English words
First recorded in 1545-55; perhaps special use of scarf2
Historical Comparancy
Parts of speech for Scarfing
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
scarfing popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 96% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 63% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
scarfing usage trend in Literature
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