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ballyragging

/ˈbæliˌræɡɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does ballyragging mean?

verb

to tease or mock someone in a playful or good-natured way, often in a way that is meant to be humorous or ironic.

Example

"He was ballyragging me about my haircut, but I knew he was just joking."

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