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taunt¹ (tônt)

tr.v. taunt·ed, taunt·ing, taunts

1. To reproach in a mocking, insulting, or contemptuous manner. See Synonyms at ridicule.

2. To drive or incite (a person) by taunting.

A scornful remark or tirade; a jeer.

[Origin unknown.]

taunter n.

taunting·ly adv.

taunt² (tônt)

adj. Nautical

Unusually tall. Used of masts.

[Origin unknown.]

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Adv.

tauntingly - in a playfully teasing manner; "`You hate things to be out of order, don't you?' she said teasingly"

teasingly

Translations

tauntingly [ˈtɔːntɪŋlɪ] ADV → burlonamente, en son de burla

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