Meaning & Definition
verb
present participle of rip; to tear or pull apart or to pieces forcefully.
She was ripping the paper to shreds after reading the letter.
To make a digital copy of data, especially audio or video, from a physical medium.
He spent the afternoon ripping CDs to create a digital music library.
adjective
Informal; extremely good or exciting.
That was a ripping good story that kept everyone on the edge of their seats!
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'rip', related to tearing apart, with the suffix '-ing' to denote the action or state.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ripping yarn:
An exciting or entertaining story, usually one that is exaggerated.
ripping good time:
A very enjoyable or exciting event or experience.
Slang Meanings
Very enjoyable or exciting.
That party was ripping!
Going very fast.
He was ripping down the highway.