| noun | 1. Good-humored teasing. |
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| | | "When Jamal was the only one who fell for the prank, the team directed a bit of raillery his way for the rest of practice." |
| | | "Some raillery from his fellow cast members was expected after he flubbed an important line." |
| | | "The mayor took the raillery at the reception in stride." |
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| French, mid-17th century |
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| "Raillery" is good-natured teasing directed toward someone or something. The concept of a roast — a comedic event where a guest of honor consents to be subjected to raillery by comedians, fans, friends, and family members — originated at the Friars' Club, a New York nightclub, in the 1940s. ... | Continue Reading |
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