Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bust someone's chops
idiom
/bʌst ˈsʌmˌwʌnz tʃɒps/
Definition
To tease or criticize someone, often in a light-hearted or playful manner.
Examples
- My friends love to bust my chops about my cooking skills.
- Don’t take it personally; he’s just busting your chops!
- She enjoys busting her brother’s chops whenever she can.
Meaning
The phrase indicates the act of jokingly berating or annoying someone, usually as a form of friendly banter.
Synonyms
- tease
- rib
- rag on
- pick on
