1. (n.) Ridicule, deriding, exposure to contempt, by mimicry or insincere imitation\, or by a false show of earnestness; a counterfeit appearance.

2. (n.) Insulting or contemptuous action or speech; contemptuous merriment; derision; ridicule.

3. (n.) Subject of laughter, derision, or sport.

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