n.
1.support resembling the rib of an animal
2.any of the 12 pairs of curved arches of bone extending from the spine to or toward the sternum in humans (and similar bones in most vertebrates)
3.cut of meat including one or more ribs
4.a teasing remark
5.a riblike supporting or strengthening part of an animal or plant
6.a projecting molding on the underside of a vault or ceiling rib v.
1.form vertical ribs by knitting
2.subject to laughter or ridicule
Idiom of the Day
fair-weather friend
a person who is a friend only during good times
The man is a fair-weather friend and you cannot rely on him if you have a problem.