ribbing
US /ˈrɪb.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈrɪb.ɪŋ/
1.
nervura, canelado
a series of ribs or ridges, especially in fabric or a structure
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The sweater had a distinct vertical ribbing.
O suéter tinha uma nervura vertical distinta.
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The concrete structure featured strong steel ribbing for support.
A estrutura de concreto apresentava forte nervura de aço para suporte.
2.
provocação, brincadeira
good-natured teasing or joking
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His friends gave him some good-natured ribbing about his new haircut.
Seus amigos o provocaram de forma bem-humorada sobre seu novo corte de cabelo.
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Despite the constant ribbing, he knew they cared.
Apesar das constantes provocações, ele sabia que eles se importavam.