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/ɹɪp/verb
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

To divide or separate the parts of (especially something flimsy, such as paper or fabric), by cutting or tearing; to tear off or out by violence.

2

To tear apart; to rapidly become two parts.

3

To remove violently or wrongly.

4

To get by, or as if by, cutting or tearing.

5

To move quickly and destructively.

6

To cut wood along (parallel to) the grain.

7

To copy data from a CD, DVD, Internet stream, etc., to a hard drive, portable device, etc.

8

To take a hit, dose or shot of a drug (such as marijuana) or alcohol.

9

To fart audibly.

10

To mock or criticize (someone or something). (often used with on and into)

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Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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