What does ribby mean?
Ribby means Pertaining to or having ribs; ribbed..
Ribby
/ˈɹɪbi/ · adjective
Meaning
Pertaining to or having ribs; ribbed..
Definitions by Sense
- Pertaining to or having ribs; ribbed.
- Specifically, so thin as to have prominent ribs; emaciated.
- (UK) Shabby, in poor condition.
Example Sentences
In bony, ribby regions of the earth, where at the base of high broken cliffs masses of rock lie strewn in fantastic groupings upon the plain, you will often discover images as of the petrified forms of the Leviathan partly merged in grass, which of a windy day breaks against them in a surf of green surges.
Fendi's smasheroo short, short fur belted over shorts, worn with ribby stockings, ribbier over-the-knee socks, Oxford ties.
He grew thin and ribby, with narrow shoulders and a breast like a plucked chicken.
Darbishire glanced at the first manuscript. "This one’s pretty ribby for a kick-off. It’s Binns’ famous effort.”
Synonyms for ribby
Antonyms for ribby
Related Words
Word Forms
- ribbier
- ribbiest
Usage Notes
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In bony, ribby regions of the earth, where at the base of high broken cliffs masses of rock lie strewn in fantastic groupings upon the plain, you will often discover images as of the petrified forms of the Leviathan partly merged in grass, which of a windy day breaks against them in a surf of green surges.
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