ribbing
ri
ˈrɪ
ri
bbing
bɪng
bing
British pronunciation
/ɹˈɪbɪŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "ribbing"in English

Ribbing
01

the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances

02

a framework of ribs

03

a knitting pattern that creates a stretchy and textured fabric by alternating knit and purl stitches in a specific pattern

What is "ribbing"?

Ribbing is a knitting technique that creates a stretchy, textured pattern by alternating between two types of stitches. This pattern is formed by working one type of stitch in one row and the other type in the next row. Ribbing is commonly used for cuffs, edges, and borders of garments because it adds elasticity and helps the fabric maintain its shape. It creates a fitted, flexible edge that can stretch to accommodate different sizes.

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