banter(noun, verb) noun1. light teasing reparteeSimilar word(s): backchat, railleryDefinition categories: communication, repartee verb1. be silly or tease one anotherSimilar word(s): chaff, jolly, josh, kidDefinition categories: communication, bait, cod, rag, rally, razz, ride, tantalise, tantalize, taunt, tease, twit