SINCE 1828

scunner

verb scun·ner \ ˈskə-nər \

Definition of scunner

intransitive verb

chiefly Scotland

: to be in a state of disgusted irritation

Origin and Etymology of scunner

Middle English (Scots) skunniren

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scunner

noun

Definition of scunner

: an unreasonable or extreme dislike or prejudice

First Known Use of scunner

circa 1520

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scunner

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