Definition of "Tease" :

noun: the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances

"He ignored their teases."

noun: a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men

noun: someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity)

verb: ruffle (one's hair) by combing the ends towards the scalp, for a full effect

verb: harass with persistent criticism or carping

"The children teased the new teacher."

verb: mock or make fun of playfully

"The flirting man teased the young woman."

verb: separate the fibers of

"Tease wool."

verb: disentangle and raise the fibers of

"Tease wool."

verb: raise the nap of (fabrics)

verb: tear into pieces

"Tease tissue for microscopic examinations."

verb: annoy persistently

"The children teased the boy because of his stammer."

verb: to arouse hope, desire, or curiosity without satisfying them

"The advertisement is intended to tease the customers."