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gibe
(/dZ//aI/b )

noun (n)

  • an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect(noun.communication)
    Synonym:
    barb, dig, jibe, shaft, shot, slam
    source: wordnet30
  • An expression of sarcastic scorn; a sarcastic jest; a scoff; a taunt; a sneer.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics(verb.stative)
    source: wordnet30
  • laugh at with contempt and derision(verb.communication)
    Synonym:
    barrack, flout, jeer, scoff
    source: wordnet30
  • To cast reproaches and sneering expressions; to rail; to utter taunting, sarcastic words; to flout; to fleer; to scoff.(verb)
    source: webster1913
  • To reproach with contemptuous words; to deride; to scoff at; to mock.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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