scoff‧law /ˈskɔfˌlɔ, ˈskɒf-/ Pronunciation Key - Show Spelled Pronunciation[skawf-law, skof-] Pronunciation Key - Show IPA Pronunciation
–noun 1. a person who flouts the law, esp. one who fails to pay fines owed.
2. a person who flouts rules, conventions, or accepted practices.
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[Origin: 1920–25; scoff1 + law1]
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2006-10-21 16:04:35
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answered by Anonymous
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it is generally accepted that scofflaws are NOT evil they just don't follow EVERY law and think some laws are for OTHER people.lol and yes I am a scofflaw ,i speed because i think i can drive better than most ,i don't wear seatbelts cause i won't be in an accident ,i park in handicapped space cause i will "ONLY BE A MINUTE" -how is that
2006-10-21 23:12:17
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answered by badmts 4
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Scofflaw
Scoff law is more correctly spelled.
SYLLABICATION: scoff·law
PRONUNCIATION: skflô, skôf-
NOUN: One who habitually violates the law or fails to answer court summonses.
2006-10-21 23:15:05
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answered by happyjoyjoy 2
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one who habitually ignores the law and does not answer court summonses
2006-10-21 23:10:21
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answered by blclionel 2
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Someone who doesn't take the law seriously
2006-10-21 23:09:28
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answered by ravenwood4455 3
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criminal
2006-10-21 23:07:44
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answered by Anonymous
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