English dictionary
tease
/t/i/z/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity)
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a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men
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the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances
ExamplesHe ignored their teases.
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One who teases or plagues.
Source: webster1913
verb
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annoy persistently
ExamplesThe children teased the boy because of his stammer.
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harass with persistent criticism or carping
ExamplesThe children teased the new teacher.
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to arouse hope, desire, or curiosity without satisfying them
ExamplesThe advertisement is intended to tease the customers.
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tear into pieces
ExamplesTease tissue for microscopic examinations.
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raise the nap of (fabrics)
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disentangle and raise the fibers of
ExamplesTease wool.
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separate the fibers of
ExamplesTease wool.
Synonyms cardSource: WordNet 3.0
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mock or make fun of playfully
ExamplesThe flirting man teased the young woman.
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ruffle (one's hair) by combing the ends towards the scalp, for a full effect
Synonyms fluffSource: WordNet 3.0
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To comb or card, as wool or flax.
Source: webster1913