Rib

noun

  1. Any of a series of long curved bones occurring in 12 pairs in humans and other animals and extending from the spine to or toward the sternum.

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  2. A part or piece, similar to a rib, and serving to shape or support something.

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  3. A cut of meat enclosing one or more rib bones.

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  4. Any of several curved members attached to a ship's keel and extending upward and outward to form the framework of the hull.

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  5. Any of several transverse pieces that provide an aircraft wing with shape and strength.

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  6. A long, narrow, usually arched member projecting from the surface of a structure, especially such a member separating the webs of a vault.

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  7. A raised ridge in knitted material or in cloth.

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  8. The main, or any of the prominent veins of a leaf.

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  9. A teasing joke.

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  10. A single strand of hair.

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  11. A stalk of celery.

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verb

  1. To shape, support, or provide something with a rib or ribs.

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  2. To tease or make fun of someone.

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