ribbed
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B2
/rɪbd/
(rib)
teasing or ridged pattern
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rib' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'ribb', where 'ribb' meant 'a rib or a side'.
Historical Evolution
'ribb' changed from Old English word 'ribb' and eventually became the modern English word 'rib'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a rib or a side', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having raised lines or ridges'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/23 14:23