Definitions

1. verb

to pull or tear into long, thin pieces, or to tear or pull into shreds.

“The dog shredded the couch with its sharp claws.”

2. noun

a long, thin piece of something, typically torn off from a larger piece.

“The shred of fabric caught in the machine.”

3. verb

to play a piece of music, especially one that is difficult, on a musical instrument.

“The pianist shredded the complex piano piece.”