Scoffer

Scoffer

SKOF-er ˈskɒfər
Noun

Someone who eats a lot.

Example Sentences

"Big scoffer."
"You scoffer!"

Etymology & History

Brummie term for greedy eater. From scoff (eat greedily).

Word Details

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Region
Birmingham
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Era
1900s
Language
none
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Formality
informal

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