word
Tease
Teez
/ˈtiːz/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
tease
Dictionary meaning
The act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously.
Examples
- The child continued to guess if the tease was ridicule or flirtation.
- The children teased the new teacher.
Synonyms: ribbing, tantalization, teasing
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