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Meaning of the word tease in English

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tease

US /tiːz/
UK /tiːz/
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Verb

1.

make fun of or attempt to provoke (a person or animal) in a playful way

Example:
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The children love to tease their dog by hiding its toys.
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He used to tease me about my red hair when we were kids.
Synonym:
mockridiculechaffragbait
2.

comb (hair) with a backcomb to make it look thicker

Example:
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She decided to tease her hair for extra volume.
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The stylist carefully teased the roots of her hair.

Noun

1.

a person who teases someone

Example:
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He's a real tease, always making jokes at my expense.
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Don't be such a tease, just tell me the answer!
Synonym:
jokerpranksterwagjester
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