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scarf

Pronunciation: [skɑrf]

Word

Learn how to use scarf in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “clothing”

(noun) a piece of cloth that you wear around your neck or head to keep warm or for style. Scarves can come in many colors and designs, and people use them when it's cold or just to look nice.

Example

She wore a beautiful scarf that matched her coat perfectly.

Example

He didn't need a scarf because the weather was warm.

Example

What color scarf are you planning to wear today?

Context: “eating”

(verb) to eat something quickly and greedily. Imagine when you are really hungry and you finish your food so fast that it looks like you're swallowing it down without stopping.

Example

After the game, they scarfed down their pizzas in just a few minutes.

Example

She didn't scarf her salad; she took her time enjoying it.

Example

Did you scarf your lunch before coming to class?

How to pronounce scarf

Pronunciation: [skɑrf]

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