razz

Razz is a term with several distinct meanings across language, culture, and consumer usage. In everyday English, razz is most commonly a verb meaning to tease, taunt, or heckle someone, typically in a lighthearted or playful way. The related noun form can refer to the act of taunting itself. The root association with mockery is also linked to the broader idea of making a raspberry or Bronx cheer, a dismissive sound used to express disapproval.

As a name, razz appears as a nickname or stage name in various entertainment and sports contexts. It is often a shortened form of Raz, Raziel, or similar names, and may be used informally by fans, media, or individuals within local scenes. Because it is informal and variable, the exact attribution of “Razz” can depend on personal or regional usage.

In consumer language, razz is frequently used as shorthand for raspberry, especially in flavor labeling for candies, beverages, and frozen desserts. Products described as razz-flavored typically emphasize a sweet-tresh fruit profile associated with raspberries. The term also surfaces in broader cultural expressions, sometimes linked to the playfulness implied by razzle-dazzle—a separate phrase denoting showy entertainment or excitement.

Razz can therefore function as a versatile label tied to teasing, personal nicknames, and raspberry-flavored goods. Its exact meaning is usually inferred from context, and it may appear in different ways in music, media, or branding. See also razzle-dazzle and raspberry for related associations.