ribroast
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To beat up vigorously.
Register: dated, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
That done, he rises, humbly bows, / And gives thanks for the princely blows; / Departs not meanly proud, and boasting / Of his magnificent rib-roasting
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “ribroast” mean?
To beat up vigorously.
Is “ribroast” formal or informal?
ribroast is generally dated, slang.
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