Meaning & Definition of word "Rip"

Rip

/rɪp/

1. A tear or hole in a material, especially fabric.
- Example: There was a rip in the tent after the storm.
2. A successful and quick operation or action, particularly in a sporting context.
- Example: That was a rip down the sidelines, leading to a touchdown.

1. To tear or pull something apart or to pieces violently or roughly.
- Example: He accidentally ripped his shirt while playing basketball.
2. To remove something from a particular place, often by cutting or tearing.
- Example: She ripped the pages from the magazine to keep her favorite recipes.
3. To copy data or content from one medium to another, especially in a digital context.
- Example: I need to rip some CDs to put the music on my computer.

Middle English rippin, from Old Norse ripa.

rip apart:

To separate or destroy something by tearing it.

rip off:

To cheat or swindle someone, often by overcharging.

rip and run:

To steal something and make a quick escape.

ripping:

The act of tearing something apart.

ripped:

Torn or damaged; also a slang term for well-defined muscles.

ripper:

A tool or person that rips.

Meaning: To die.

Example Sentence: He went out last night and ripped on the way home.

Meaning: To perform exceptionally well.

Example Sentence: The band really ripped at the concert last night.