Meaning of the word rip in English

What does rip mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rip

US /rɪp/

UK /rɪp/

tear or pull (something) quickly or forcibly away from something or someone

Example:

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He tried to rip the paper from my hand.

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The dog will rip the toy to shreds.

Synonym:

tear shred rend split cleave

move forcefully and rapidly

Example:

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The car ripped down the highway.

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The wind ripped through the trees.

Synonym:

rush dash speed streak zoom

a tear or split in something

Example:

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There's a small rip in my shirt.

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He patched up the rip in the tent.

Synonym:

tear split gash slit rent

Related Word:

ripped rip off