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scarf

2 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. scarf (noun)
  2. scarf (noun)

1scarf

noun \ˈskärf\
plural scarfs

Definition of SCARF

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

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Origin of SCARF

Middle English skarf, probably from Old Norse skarfr butt end of a plank
First Known Use: 15th century

Rhymes with SCARF

barf

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