slowly-ripped
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/ˈsloʊli rɪpt/
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/ˈsləʊli rɪpt/
(rip)
tear or cut
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rip' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'rippen,' where 'rip' meant 'to tear or split.'
Historical Evolution
'rippen' transformed into the modern English word 'rip.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to tear or split,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes something that has been torn or ripped in a gradual manner.
The slowly-ripped paper revealed a hidden message.
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Last updated: 2025/06/14 05:10