Meaning ofteasein English

Verb

1. to provoke or annoy someone; disturb
   The kids would often tease their younger brother until he cried.
2. to manipulate behavior through irritation
   The researcher tried to tease out the cat's natural hunting behavior.
3. to entice or tempt someone
   The company will tease the new product launch on social media next week.
4. to show something as forthcoming (informally)
   The advertisement is designed to tease customers into buying the latest smartphone model.
5. to arouse someone sexually without intention of fulfillment; flirtatiously
   She started to tease him, playfully touching his arm and smiling.
6. to mock or ridicule someone (cruelly or playfully)
   The bully would tease the new student, calling him names and laughing.