Main Entry: ¹scarf

Pronunciation: \ˈskärf\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural scarfs

Etymology: Middle English skarf, probably from Old Norse skarfr butt end of a plank

Date: 15th century

1 : either of the chamfered or cutaway ends that fit together to form a scarf joint
2 : an in-line joint made by chamfering, halving, or notching two pieces to correspond and lapping them

[scarf illustration]