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
SanttuSAHNT-tooFinnish
Marjo (1)MAHR-yoFinnish, Dutch
Mariami-Georgian
Shakil-Arabic
Octavianus-Ancient Roman
Usoa-Basque