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ribbed

The correct spelling is ribbed.

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verb

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The correct spelling is ribbed. To shape, support, or provide something with a rib or ribs. For example: "He always gets ribbed for his outrageous shirts."

Usage Examples

He always gets ribbed for his outrageous shirts.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To shape, support, or provide something with a rib or ribs.
  2. 2.To tease or make fun of someone in a good-natured way.
  3. 3.To enclose, as if with ribs, and protect; to shut in.
  4. 4.To leave strips of undisturbed ground between the furrows in ploughing (land).

adjective

  1. 1.Having ribs.
  2. 2.Intercalated with slate; said of a seam of coal.

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