Definition of Ribbing

1. Noun. A framework of ribs.

Generic synonyms: Framework

2. Noun. The act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances. "His ribbing was gentle but persistent"
Exact synonyms: Tantalization, Tease, Teasing
Generic synonyms: Harassment, Molestation
Derivative terms: Rib, Tantalize, Tease, Tease, Tease

Definition of Ribbing

1. n. An assemblage or arrangement of ribs, as the timberwork for the support of an arch or coved ceiling, the veins in the leaves of some plants, ridges in the fabric of cloth, or the like.

Definition of Ribbing

1. Verb. (present participle of rib) ¹

2. Noun. The action of the verb '''to rib'''. ¹

3. Noun. Collectively, the ribs on an object. ¹

4. Noun. An instance of teasing. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Ribbing

1. the act of one that ribs [n -S]

Medical Definition of Ribbing

1. An assemblage or arrangement of ribs, as the timberwork for the support of an arch or coved ceiling, the veins in the leaves of some plants, ridges in the fabric of cloth, or the like. (23 Aug 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Ribbing

ribavirin
ribavirins
ribband
ribbands
ribbed
ribbed toad
ribbed vault
ribbed vaults
ribbeite
ribber
ribbers
ribbie
ribbier
ribbies
ribbiest
ribbing (current term)
ribbings
ribbit
ribbited
ribbiting
ribbits
ribbitted
ribbitting
ribbok
ribboks
ribbon
ribbon-leaved water plantain
ribbon development

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