verbπShareTo shape, support, or provide something with a rib or ribs."The architect is ribbing the dome with steel supports to make it stronger. "structurematerialpartarchitecturebuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo tease or make fun of someone in a good-natured way."He always gets ribbed for his outrageous shirts."communicationlanguageentertainmentactioncharacterhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo enclose, as if with ribs, and protect; to shut in."The workers were ribbing the foundation with steel bars to reinforce it before pouring the concrete. "architecturestructureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo leave strips of undisturbed ground between the furrows in ploughing (land)."The farmer was careful when ribbing the field, leaving strips of soil to help prevent erosion after the heavy rains. "agricultureenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe action of the verb to rib."The friendly ribbing between teammates helped them stay motivated during the tough practice. "communicationentertainmentactionattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA rib, or the collective ribs, on an object."The sweater had a thick ribbing around the collar and cuffs for extra warmth. "partmaterialstructureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn instance of teasing.""After missing the easy question, Mark endured some playful ribbing from his friends." "entertainmentcommunicationattitudehumanactionlanguageChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
