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Ribbing Definition & Meaning

ribbing
noun
  1. a framework of ribs
  2. the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances; "he ignored their teases"; "his ribbing was gentle but persistent"

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Frequently asked questions

What does ribbing mean?
a framework of ribs the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances; "he ignored their teases"; "his ribbing was gentle but persistent"
What part of speech is ribbing?
Ribbing is a noun.
How many definitions does ribbing have?
Ribbing has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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