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Shredding - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Shredding means cutting or tearing something into small, narrow pieces, often paper or documents for security. It can also refer to playing a guitar very fast and skillfully in music.

shredding

/ˈʃrɛdɪŋ/ /ˈʃrɛdɪŋ/

Definition:

Cutting or tearing something into small pieces, often paper or documents.

Synonyms:

tearing, slicing, chopping, mincing

Part of Speech:

noun, gerund

Antonyms:

preserving, assembling

Common Collocations:

shredding paper, shredding documents, shredding lettuce

Derivatives:

shredder, shredded

Usage Tips:

Use "shredding" for the act of cutting into small pieces, often for disposal or preparation.

Common Phrases:

shredding the evidence, shredding it to bits, tear to shreds

Etymology:

From Old English *screadian*, meaning to cut or peel off in layers.

Examples:

  • 1. She is shredding old bills to protect her privacy.
  • 2. The chef is shredding cheese for the pizza topping.
  • 3. He bought a machine for shredding confidential documents.
  • 4. Shredding cabbage finely makes it perfect for coleslaw.

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