taunting
noun
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L329076 on Wikidata ↗adjective
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L341068 on Wikidata ↗Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈtɔːnt.ɪŋ/ / /ˈtɔnt.ɪŋ/ / /ˈtɑnt.ɪŋ/
adj
Etymology: From taunt + -ing.
- Abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule.
noun
Etymology: From taunt + -ing.
- The act of one who taunts.
“Because he often "dwelt in a world of terrors," he was susceptible to the tricks and tauntings of his playmates, who took advantage of his fears.”
verb
Etymology: From taunt + -ing.
- present participle and gerund of taunt