Definitions

1. noun

A person who pulls or cuts the fibers of a plant, especially flax, or a machine used for this purpose.

“The flax mill used a ripper to separate the fibers from the stem.”

2. noun

A person, especially a young man, who is violent or aggressive, especially in sexual matters.

“The police warned the community about the ripper who was terrorizing the neighborhood.”

3. noun

A person or thing that removes or destroys the top layers of the Earth’s surface, such as a glacier or an avalanche.

“The ripper that formed in the mountains caused significant damage to the nearby town.”

4. noun

A type of shark, especially the great white shark, known for its powerful jaws.

“The ripper swam through the waters, searching for its next meal.”

5. verb

To pull or cut the fibers of a plant, especially flax.

“The farmer rippered the flax to prepare it for harvesting.”

6. verb

To remove or destroy the top layers of the Earth’s surface, such as a glacier or an avalanche.

“The snow rippered down the mountain, causing a landslide.”

7. verb

To remove the top layers of the Earth’s surface, such as a glacier or an avalanche, especially in a violent or destructive manner.

“The hurricane ripped through the town, causing widespread destruction.”

8. verb

To tear or rend, especially in a violent or sudden manner.

“The strong wind ripped through the park, knocking over trees and benches.”

9. verb

To remove or take away, especially in a sudden or violent manner.

“The thief ripped the money from the victim’s hand.”