Word of the Day: Raillery

NOUN 1. Good-humored teasing.

Example Sentences.
1. "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."
2. "Some raillery from his fellow cast members was expected after he flubbed an important line."
3. "The mayor took the raillery at the reception in stride."

Word Origin.
French, mid-17th century

"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. ...