razz

[raz]

verb (used with object)

1. to deride; make fun of; tease.

noun

1. raspberry.

razz

/ ræz /

verb

1. (tr) to make fun of; deride

noun

1. short for raspberry

Word History and Origins

Origin of razz¹

1910–15, short for raspberry

Example Sentences

He razzed Al Gore 1026 times, according to the study’s count.

From Salon

In Venice, Bezos the billionaire groom came in for some razzing too.

From Los Angeles Times

They casually bicker and lightly razz one another.

From Los Angeles Times

Politicians, lobbyists, billionaires and movie stars also treat it as a PR opportunity; if they get razzed, they can show us what good sports they are.

From Salon

He has razzed them in conversation, with English those around the club have repeatedly complimented as better than they anticipated.

From Los Angeles Times