RIP
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B1
/rɪp/
(rip)
tear or cut
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rip' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'rippen,' where 'rip' meant 'to tear or cut.'
Historical Evolution
'rippen' transformed into the modern English word 'rip' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to tear or cut,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35