What does the cryptic crossword clue "English stigma made French scoff (8)" mean?

The definition is "French scoff". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (synonym of "English") + SCAR (synonym of "stigma") + GOT (synonym of "made"); definition: "French scoff" The answer is ESCARGOT.

English stigma made French scoff (8)

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