give (someone) a ribbing



give (someone) a ribbing

To tease or mock someone, usually in a playful or non-malicious manner. My girlfriend always gives me a ribbing about the bathrobe I wear around the house. Don't be offended if the team gives you a bit of a ribbing when you start working here—they have a fondness for poking fun at one another.
See also: give, ribbing

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Kalyana-Indian, Telugu
Aurelioow-RE-lyoItalian, Spanish
GradyGRAY-deeIrish, English
Basil (1)BAZ-əlEnglish
FraserFRAY-zər, FRAY-zhərScottish, English (Rare)
Doran['dɔ:ræn]