Shred

Pronunciation: /ˈʃrɛd/

Shred (verb)

  1. To pull or cut something into many small pieces, usually by force.
  2. To cut food into very thin strips.
  3. To damage or ruin something badly, so it cannot be used or repaired.

Examples

  • The wind shredded the old banner.
  • The dog shredded the paper quickly.

Shred (noun)

  1. A small piece torn from something larger.
  2. A thin strip of food, especially vegetables.

Examples

  • I found a shred of fabric on the floor.
  • She threw away the shred of paper.