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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.Thumb one's nose

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
Thumb one's nose
1). an ill-mannered person
2). to show affection
3). to scold a naughty person
4). to express scorn


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I think option 4 is the right answer

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