tease

disentangle and raise the fibers of

“tease wool”

raise the nap of (fabrics)

tear into pieces

“tease tissue for microscopic examinations”

to arouse hope, desire, or curiosity without satisfying them

“The advertisement is intended to tease the customers”

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

“he ignored their teases”

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

separate the fibers of

“tease wool”

harass with persistent criticism or carping

“The children teased the new teacher”

annoy persistently

“The children teased the boy because of his stammer”

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

a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men