ribby

[ rib-ee ]

/ ˈrɪb i /

having prominent ribs: a ribby fabric.

Origin of ribby

First recorded in 1840–50; rib¹ + -y¹

ribby ²

[ rib-ee ]

/ ˈrɪb i /

a run batted in.

formation based on the abbreviation RBI; see -y²

"I trust that is not that Pie: the spoons are locked up, however," said Ribby.

The Tale of the Pie and the Patty Pan |Beatrix Potter
But she thought a great deal about Ribby's pie, and she read Ribby's letter over and over again.

The Tale of the Pie and the Patty Pan |Beatrix Potter
Thank you, my dear Ribby; I was only feeling for the patty-pan.

The Tale of the Pie and the Patty Pan |Beatrix Potter
"I am feeling very much better my dear Ribby," said Duchess.

The Tale of the Pie and the Patty Pan |Beatrix Potter

Ribby and Duchess said goodbye affectionately, and Duchess started home.

The Tale of the Pie and the Patty Pan |Beatrix Potter