ripping

adjective

rip·​ping ˈri-piŋ How to pronounce ripping (audio)
chiefly British
: excellent, delightful
I've had a ripping time hereW. S. Maugham

Word History

Etymology

probably from present participle of rip entry 1

First Known Use

1776, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ripping was in 1776

Dictionary Entries Near ripping

Cite this Entry

“Ripping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ripping. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

ripping

adjective
rip·​ping
ˈrip-iŋ
chiefly British
: very good
had a ripping time
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