ribbing
US /ˈrɪb.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈrɪb.ɪŋ/
1.
ribbeling, ribben
a series of ribs or ridges, especially in fabric or a structure
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The sweater had a distinct vertical ribbing.
De trui had een duidelijke verticale ribbeling.
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The concrete structure featured strong steel ribbing for support.
De betonconstructie had sterke stalen ribben voor ondersteuning.
2.
plagerij, geplaag
good-natured teasing or joking
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His friends gave him some good-natured ribbing about his new haircut.
Zijn vrienden gaven hem wat goedmoedige plagerijen over zijn nieuwe kapsel.
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Despite the constant ribbing, he knew they cared.
Ondanks de constante plagerijen wist hij dat ze om hem gaven.