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ribbing

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: ribbing

1
 n
a framework of ribs
2
 n
the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: ribbing
1

n a framework of ribs

Type of:
framework
a structure supporting or containing something
2

n the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances

“his ribbing was gentle but persistent”
Synonyms:
tantalization, tease, teasing
Type of:
harassment, molestation
the act of tormenting by continued persistent attacks and criticism
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