ribe

[raɪb]

ribe Definition

one of the curved bones that are joined to the spine and that surround the chest.

Using ribe: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ribe" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The doctor said she had bruised a rib in the accident.

• Example

  He broke several ribs in the fall.

ribe Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ribe

• none

Antonyms for ribe

• none

Idioms Using ribe

• stick/ poke fun at someone's ribs

  to make jokes or tease someone in a playful way

  Example

  He always sticks fun at my ribs, but I know he doesn't mean any harm.

• take something on the chin/ chin up/ take it on the chin

  to accept something difficult or unpleasant without complaining

  Example

  She took the criticism on the chin and worked harder to improve her performance.

• have a thick skin

  to be able to handle criticism or insults without getting upset

  Example

  As a politician, you need to have a thick skin and be able to handle criticism from the media.

Phrases with ribe

• rib cage

  the structure formed by the ribs and their connecting parts in the body

  Example

  The rib cage protects the heart and lungs.

• short ribs

  a cut of beef taken from the lower portion of the rib cage

  Example

  The restaurant served delicious short ribs with mashed potatoes.

• false ribs

  the lower three pairs of ribs in the human rib cage that are not directly attached to the sternum

  Example

  The false ribs are connected to the sternum by cartilage.

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Summary: ribe in Brief

A 'rib' [raɪb] is a curved bone that surrounds the chest and is connected to the spine. It serves as a protective structure for the heart and lungs. Phrases like 'rib cage' and 'short ribs' extend its meaning, while idioms like 'stick fun at someone's ribs' are used to make playful jokes.