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Synonyms for spoof


Grammar : Noun
Spell : spoof
Phonetic Transcription : spuf

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Définition of spoof

Origin :
  • "hoax, deception," 1884, spouf, name of a game invented by British comedian Arthur Roberts (1852-1933); sense of "a parody, satirical skit or play" is first recorded 1958, from verb in this sense, attested from 1914.
  • noun trick, mockery
Example sentences :
  • But I thought it was just one of these bloomin' spoof entrainments.
  • Extract from : « Changing Winds » by St. John G. Ervine
  • He thought I was going to rag him about the spoof he'd played off on the nurse.
  • Extract from : « Our Casualty And Other Stories » by James Owen Hannay, AKA George A. Birmingham
  • But don't bother to spoof yourself about me; I shall be all right, really.
  • Extract from : « The Making of a Prig » by Evelyn Sharp
  • Spoof evidently meant to sell his life dearly, if there should be any demand for it.
  • Extract from : « Neighbours » by Robert Stead
  • Spoof, too, seemed to enjoy the conversation, and to react to the music of Jean's voice.
  • Extract from : « Neighbours » by Robert Stead
  • Spoof's tent was up less than a day, and there were pictures on the walls!
  • Extract from : « Neighbours » by Robert Stead
  • "Here are some letters, Mr. Spoof," said Jean, extending the little bundle.
  • Extract from : « Neighbours » by Robert Stead
  • "Mighty decent of you to come after me," said Spoof, at length.
  • Extract from : « Neighbours » by Robert Stead
  • Spoof's couch had been made up; his steamer rug lay tucked about it.
  • Extract from : « Neighbours » by Robert Stead
  • He pointed in the direction of Spoof's homestead, and I turned my face to the south.
  • Extract from : « Neighbours » by Robert Stead

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