Shred

/ʃrɛd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A thin strip or small piece that has been torn or cut from something.

There was a shred of paper left on the floor after the project was complete.

A very small amount of something.

She felt a shred of hope after hearing the good news.

verb

To cut or tear something into thin strips or small pieces.

Using a food processor, she was able to shred the carrots quickly.

To remove something in a destructive manner.

He decided to shred the documents containing sensitive information.

Middle English, from Old English ‘scrēod’ meaning 'to tear or split'.

shred of evidence:

A small amount of proof or indication.

shred one's hopes:

To destroy someone's expectations or aspirations.

To excel or perform at a high level.

He shreds on the skateboard like a pro.

To lose body fat while maintaining muscle.

I'm trying to shred for the competition next month.