To joke about; to ridicule (a trait, habit, etc.).
To delude or trick; to play a prank upon.
To challenge to a match.
To haggle; cheapen the price.
To engage in banter or playful conversation.
To play or do something amusing.
To tease (someone) mildly.
Sharp, good-humoured, playful, typically spontaneous conversation.
To cause repulsion or dislike in; to disgust.
To ward off (a malignant influence, attack etc.).
To drive back (an assailant, advancing force etc.).
To reject, put off (a request, demand etc.).
To save (a shot).
To force away by means of a repulsive force.