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The word "scuff" originated in the 14th century from the Old French word "escouffer," which itself derived from the Vulgar Latin term "*excopulare." The Latin root "ex" means "off," while "copulare" means "to join."
The original meaning of "*excopulare" was "to strike off" or "to separate." Over time, the term evolved to describe the act of scraping or grazing the surface of something, as if striking it off. The noun form "scuff" was first used in the 15th century to refer to the mark or damage caused by scuffing.
The word has since acquired a broader metaphorical meaning, referring to any minor damage or blemish. For example, someone might describe their reputation as being "scuffed up" if it has been slightly damaged.
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