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ripping
adjective
resembling a sound of violent tearing as of something ripped apart or lightning splitting a tree
Quick reference
Word Facts
- Word length
- 7
- Starts with
- R
- Ends with
- G
- Contains
- IPPIN
- Scrabble score
- 12
- Database source
- OEWN 2025 Core
Meaning
Definitions
adjective
resembling a sound of violent tearing as of something ripped apart or lightning splitting a tree
“the tree split with a great ripping sound”
adjective
very good; of the highest quality
“made an excellent speech”
In context
Example Sentences
the tree split with a great ripping sound
heard a rending roar as the crowd surged forward
made an excellent speech
he was a splendid teacher
a first-class mind
famous for a mean backhand
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