Synonyms: rib
Definition: support resembling the rib of an animal
Similar words: support
Definition: any device that bears the weight of another thing
Usage: there was no place to attach supports for a shelf
Synonyms: rib
Definition: a projecting molding on the underside of a vault or ceiling; may be ornamental or structural
Synonyms: rib
Definition: a riblike supporting or strengthening part of an animal or plant
Similar words: anatomical structure, bodily structure, body structure, complex body part, structure
Definition: a particular complex anatomical part of a living thing
Usage: he has good bone structure
Definition: 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)
Definition: rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates
Synonyms: rib
Definition: a teasing remark
Similar words: input, remark, comment
Definition: a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
Usage: from time to time she contributed a personal comment on his account
Synonyms: rib
Definition: cut of meat including one or more ribs
Similar words: cut, cut of meat
Definition: a piece of meat that has been cut from an animal carcass
Synonyms: jest at, make fun, laugh at, blackguard, guy, poke fun, rib, ridicule, roast
Definition: subject to laughter or ridicule
Usage: The satirists ridiculed the plans for a new opera house; The students poked fun at the inexperienced teacher; His former students roasted the professor at his 60th birthday
Definition: treat with contempt
Usage: The new constitution mocks all democratic principles
Synonyms: rib
Definition: form vertical ribs by knitting
Usage: A ribbed sweater