1
: one that rips
especially
: a machine used to break up solid material (such as rock or ore)
2
: an excellent example or instance of its kind
Synonyms
Examples of ripper in a Sentence
the comedian's last routine was a real ripper, leaving the audience in those proverbial stitches
Recent Examples on the Web
Some North Jersey legends specialize in the ultimate version: rippers.
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J. J. Goode, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2023
Additionally, the machine comes with a few accessories to help beginners like extra bobbins, four presser feet, needles, a seam ripper, and a helpful instruction manual.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2023
The island’s Crystal Pier is the hot spot for up-and-coming local rippers and visitors alike, and the rock jetty at Masonboro Inlet can offer long right-handers for experienced surfers.
—Outside Online, 6 Feb. 2023
This sewing machine also includes a few accessories, such as a needle set, seam ripper, five different feet, and a dust cover.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2023
The sewing machine also includes accessories like four presser feet, bobbins, needles, a seam ripper, and a darner plate.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2023
One reason police failed to arrest Sutcliffe earlier was because senior officers were misled by a hoax tape and letters from someone claiming to be the ripper.
—Bloomberg.com, 13 Nov. 2020
However, if the hair does get stuck, Homer suggests using either a safety letter opener or a seam ripper.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 31 Jan. 2023
Each one, to a fault, is lovestruck by snow, deeply introspective about their life choices, and a ripper.
—Tracy Ross, Outside Online, 12 Nov. 2021
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J. J. Goode, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2023
Additionally, the machine comes with a few accessories to help beginners like extra bobbins, four presser feet, needles, a seam ripper, and a helpful instruction manual.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2023
The island’s Crystal Pier is the hot spot for up-and-coming local rippers and visitors alike, and the rock jetty at Masonboro Inlet can offer long right-handers for experienced surfers.
—Outside Online, 6 Feb. 2023
This sewing machine also includes a few accessories, such as a needle set, seam ripper, five different feet, and a dust cover.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2023
The sewing machine also includes accessories like four presser feet, bobbins, needles, a seam ripper, and a darner plate.
—Brandi Fuller, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2023
One reason police failed to arrest Sutcliffe earlier was because senior officers were misled by a hoax tape and letters from someone claiming to be the ripper.
—Bloomberg.com, 13 Nov. 2020
However, if the hair does get stuck, Homer suggests using either a safety letter opener or a seam ripper.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 31 Jan. 2023
Each one, to a fault, is lovestruck by snow, deeply introspective about their life choices, and a ripper.
—Tracy Ross, Outside Online, 12 Nov. 2021
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Word History
First Known Use
1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Phrases Containing ripper
Dictionary Entries Near ripper
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“Ripper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ripper. Accessed 4 Oct. 2023.
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