teased
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/tiːzd/
(tease)
playful provocation
Etymology
'tease' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'tǣsan,' where 'tǣsan' meant 'pluck or pull apart.'
'tǣsan' transformed into the Middle English word 'tesen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tease.'
Initially, it meant 'to pull apart,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make fun of or provoke.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to make fun of or attempt to provoke (a person or animal) in a playful way.
She teased her brother about his new haircut.
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Verb 2
to gently pull or comb (tangled hair) into a desired shape.
She teased her hair to give it more volume.
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Verb 3
past tense or past participle form of 'tease'.
He teased the cat with a string.
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