1. one of the curved bones that form the chest cavity and protect the lungs and heart
2. a cut of meat from the rib area of an animal
3. a curved structural support or framework piece

1. to tease or make fun of someone in a playful way
Usage: informal

Examples

• She broke two ribs in the skiing accident.
• The doctor ordered an X-ray to check for broken ribs.
• We ordered barbecue ribs for dinner.
• The ship’s ribs were made of strong oak timber.
• The umbrella’s ribs were bent in the wind.
• His friends always rib him about his cooking skills.
• Don’t rib her too much about the mistake.