rib

Meanings

• support resembling the rib of an animal
• any of the 12 pairs of curved arches of bone extending from the spine to or toward the sternum in humans (and similar bones in most vertebrates)
• cut of meat including one or more ribs
• a teasing remark
• a riblike supporting or strengthening part of an animal or plant
• a projecting molding on the underside of a vault or ceiling; may be ornamental or structural
• form vertical ribs by knitting
  • "A ribbed sweater"
• subject to laughter or ridicule

Synonyms

blackguard, costa, guy, jest at, laugh at, make fun, poke fun, ridicule, roast