Rip
Pronunciation: /ˈrɪp/
Rip (verb)
- to pull something apart quickly and with force.
- to copy music, video, or data from a CD or DVD to a computer.
Examples
- She will rip the paper into small pieces.
- They rip the old posters off the wall.
Common collocations: rip apart, rip open, rip off, rip a CD, rip files
Rip (noun)
- a long cut or hole in fabric or paper.
- a strong, fast-moving flow of water in a river or sea.
Examples
- There is a rip in the sleeve of the shirt.
- She noticed a rip in the curtain.