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to tease
01
调侃, 开玩笑
to playfully annoy someone by making jokes or sarcastic remarks
Transitive: to tease sb
Example
Siblings often tease each other as a form of playful banter.
Friends may tease one another with good-natured humor during social gatherings.
Couples may tease each other affectionately, adding a touch of humor to their relationship.
02
挑弄, 增量
to add height and texture to hair by gently combing it backward in small sections
Transitive: to tease hair
Example
The stylist carefully teased each layer to achieve a fuller look.
She teased her hair to give it more volume for the party.
He teased the roots to create a lifted effect at the crown.
03
梳理, 解开
to gently comb or brush tangled hair in order to make it smooth and separated
Transitive: to tease tangled strands of hair or fabric
Example
She teased her damp hair with a wide-tooth comb for a smooth finish.
She teased the knots from her hair with a gentle brush.
She teased the strands gently, avoiding any painful pulling.
04
戏弄, 嘲弄
mock or make fun of playfully
05
分开纤维, 拆分纤维
separate the fibers of
06
梳理, 帕外
to use a teasel to raise or lift the fibers of fabric
Transitive: to tease a fabric
Example
The tailor teased the fabric with a teasel to raise the fibers before dyeing it.
The weaver teased the cloth using traditional methods to create a unique pattern.
She carefully teased the nap of the velvet with a teasel to enhance its feel.
07
撕裂, 撕扯
to rip or shred something into small parts
Transitive: to tease sth
Example
She teased the napkin in her hands, ripping it absentmindedly.
He teased the paper into small pieces before throwing it in the trash.
He teased the poster off the wall, causing it to rip in the process.
08
调情, 戏弄
to flirt or provoke someone in a suggestive way without intending to fulfill any romantic or physical interest
Transitive: to tease sb
Example
She enjoyed teasing him with a playful smile before walking away.
She often teased him with lingering glances and subtle touches.
He would tease her with charming words but never followed through.
09
调侃, 戏弄
to repeatedly bother or provoke someone with small, persistent demands or requests
Transitive: to tease sb
Example
The child teased her parents with constant questions about the trip.
The students teased the teacher, constantly asking for an extension on the assignment.
He teased his friend by asking when he would finish the homework, again and again.
Tease
01
戏弄者, 挑逗者
someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity)
02
戏弄, 调侃
the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances
03
诱惑者, 魅力女性
a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men
例子
Siblings often tease each other as a form of playful banter.
Friends may tease one another with good-natured humor during social gatherings.
Couples may tease each other affectionately, adding a touch of humor to their relationship.
Colleagues at the office like to tease each other to create a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
