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chaffing Definition and Meaning in English (chaffing definition)

verb
Synonyms:teasingjokingbantering
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Chaffing definition: The act of making fun of someone in a lighthearted or playful way, often involving banter.

Definitions of Chaffing

  1. 1verb(informal)

    The act of making fun of someone in a lighthearted or playful way, often involving banter.

Example Sentences

casual

“His constant chaffing about her new haircut was starting to annoy her.”

casual

“They enjoyed a session of friendly chaffing during their lunch break.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivechaff
third person singularchaffs
past tensechaffed
past participlechaffed

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Chaffing definition: The act of making fun of someone in a lighthearted or playful way, often involving banter.
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'Chaffing' translates to 'chaffing' in English. Chaffing definition: The act of making fun of someone in a lighthearted or playful way, often involving banter.
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