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Term

flout v

Flout means to openly ignore a rule or convention. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of flout

  • to openly ignore a rule or convention

Usage examples of flout

The company continued to flout environmental rules by dumping waste into the river.

Several drivers flout the speed limit on this road because police rarely patrol it.

He flouted the dress code by arriving at the formal dinner in shorts and sandals.

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