Definitions by J_Bow

ripples 

a single-motion rubbing on the back of another's neck, temporarily rippling the skin, as to penalize idiocy

/alternative to a dope slap.

Tom notices Jon's new Atlanta Braves cap.
Tom: "Hay, cool A's hat!"
Jon: "It's a Braves hat. You get ripples for that."
Tom: "Yowza!"

ripples by J_Bow September 23, 2012