Definition of Ribbing in English :

Define Ribbing in English

Ribbing meaning in English

Meaning of Ribbing in English

Pronunciation of Ribbing in English

Ribbing pronunciation in English

Pronounce Ribbing in English

Ribbing

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Noun

1. ribbing

a framework of ribs

2. ribbing, tantalization, tease, teasing

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

Example Sentences:
'he ignored their teases'
'his ribbing was gentle but persistent'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.


Ribbing

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noun
1. 
a framework or structure of ribs
2. 
ribs collectively
3. 
a raised pattern in woven or knitted material, made in knitting by doing purl and plain stitches alternately

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Ribbing

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noun
an arrangement or series of ribs, as in knitted fabric, a ship's framework, etc.

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Ribbing

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n.
1. Ribs considered as a group.
2. An arrangement of ribs, as in a boat.
3. Informal The act or an instance of joking or teasing.

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