Slice of delicacy nicked for one habitually scoffing (5)
I believe the answer is:
cynic
'one habitually scoffing' is the definition.
I can't judge whether this defines the answer.
'slice of delicacy nicked for' is the wordplay.
'slice of' indicates a hidden word.
'CYNIC' can be found hidden inside 'delicacy nicked for'.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for cynic that I've seen before include "Someone who believes the worst of others" , "Doubter of others' motives" , "One who scoffs" , "One who believes the worst of people" , "Doubting philosopher" .)