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Noun(1) a framework of ribs(2) the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule(3) support resembling the rib of an animal(4) any of the 12 pairs of curved arches of bone extending from the spine to or toward the sternum in humans (and similar bones in most vertebrates)(5) cut of meat including one or more ribs(6) a teasing remark(7) a riblike supporting or strengthening part of an animal or plant(8) a projecting molding on the underside of a vault or ceiling(9) may be ornamental or structural(10) teasing
Verb(1) form vertical ribs by knitting(2) subject to laughter or ridicule

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(1) this specimen lacks the strong ribbing seen on many brachiopods(2) Cut ribbing to measure 2/3 of the garment opening.(3) Some variation for the mittens would be to add a cuff of ribbing or fringe to the outside of the mitten.(4) The shells are 5-10 mm high, possess up to eight or nine whorls, and exhibit a fine axial ribbing (collabral threads).(5) The pure expression of surface form, unencumbered by any framing or ribbing , creates a richness in the abstract quality of the constantly changing juxtaposition of surfaces.(6) Prized Virginia Tech freshman RB Kevin Jones has taken his share of ribbing for opting to wear departed star Michael Vick's No.7, but he isn't worried.(7) There was good-natured ribbing while the teams walked quietly through the night to their tents.(8) The design's extraordinary appeal lies in the side straps, fashioned of soft ribbing and positioned high up on the hip.(9) Some might have interpreted this as friendly ribbing , but I am convinced that, although friendly enough, he was deadly serious.(10) They were dressed for a trip, Paul in a simple and elegant suit of dark blue and Dix in a sophisticated traveling habit of emerald green with black ribbing .(11) In these models, formation of a linear ornament requires pigmentation or ribbing to be connected with previously existing pigment or ribs on the shell margin.(12) a fleecy sweatshirt with ribbing at neck, cuffs, and hem(13) I took a lot of ribbing after Bradford won the first game because my family and friends are City fans.(14) You definitely get some ribbing , especially if you're playing well.(15) It has two zippered side-entry pockets and high-quality ribbing at the waist and cuffs.(16) Bullying behavior isn't always easy to define. Where do you draw the line between good-natured ribbing and bullying?
Related Words
(1) rib
Synonyms
Noun
1. tease
3. tantalization


Verb
4. ridicule
5. blackguard
6. poke fun
7. guy
8. roast
9. laugh at
10. make fun


📺 Word Example from TV Shows

You're good-naturedly ribbing me,
aren't you?

You're good-naturedly RIBBING me, aren't you?

The Big Bang Theory Season 3, Episode 2


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