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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

teasing

/ˈtiːzɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does teasing mean?

verb

To speak or behave in a playful or annoying way, often in order to provoke a reaction or to tease someone.

Example

"She was teasing him about his haircut, but he knew she was just joking."

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