noun
ribbing
Ribbing (noun) means the action of the verb to rib; teasing.
noun
1
The action of the verb to rib; teasing.
2
A rib, or the collective ribs, on an object.
3
An instance of teasing.
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Etymology
From rib (“tease”, verb) + -ing; from the common practice of tickling the ribs to cause laughter.
Rhymes for ribbing
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What is the meaning of ribbing?
"ribbing" (noun) means the action of the verb to rib; teasing.
What are the different meanings of ribbing?
"ribbing" has 3 main meanings: 1. The action of the verb to rib; teasing; 2. A rib, or the collective ribs, on an object; 3. An instance of teasing.