NYT Dictionary

RIBBING

/ˈɹɪbɪŋ/
AdjectiveVerbNounRIB-bingrib-bing · 2 syllablesCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

jesting; joking

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From rib (“tease”, verb) + -ing; from the common practice of tickling the ribs to cause laughter.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

teaseteasingtantalizationribridiculeroastguyblackguardbanterbantering

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 6 recorded puzzles:

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