transitive verb. 1a : to make fun of : kid. b : to disturb or annoy by persistent irritating or provoking especially in a petty or mischievous way. c : to annoy with petty persistent requests : pester also : to obtain by repeated coaxing. d : to persuade to acquiesce especially by persistent small efforts : coax.

What does teasing mean in slang?

To tease, or to "be a tease" in a sexual sense can refer to the use of posture, language or other means of flirting to cause another person to become sexually aroused. ... "Tease it" is also used as a slang term to smoke marijuana.

What is an example of teasing?

For example, a group of girls might tease one in the group about her weight. Or kids might tease to encourage bad behavior: “What a little wimp, Sam, you won't even try the cigarette.” Also, what's playful to one child may not be playful to another. In those cases, teasing can lead to hurt feelings.