Ragging
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Ragging is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of rag.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of rag.
More Meanings
- The act of one who rags or teases.
- (South Asia) An initiation in educational institutions (e.g. universities) usually involving harassment by seniors.
Example Sentences
But she was openly nice to me after that day under the trailer, and her acceptance of me (probably combined with her father's position in the military hierarchy) led to a gradual end to the raggings I received […]
Word Forms
- raggings
Synonyms for ragging
Depending on context, synonyms include hazing.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include worn, tired, uneven, razzing, ribbing, taunting.
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