Complete Definition of "derision"

English

Etymology
from OF. derision, from L. derisionem (action of deridere)

Pronunciation
Rhymes: Rhymes:English:-ɪ��n|-ɪ��n

Noun
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  1. Act of treating with contempt.

Derived terms
deride

Translations
French: dérision

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