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Meaning of shred
The primary meaning of the word "shred" is to tear or cut something into small pieces.
Etymology of shred
The word "shred" originates from Old English "serdan" or "sceardan", which means to cut or tear, and is related to the Old Norse "serða", which means to cut or shear
The word has been used in English since the 9th century, initially to describe the act of cutting or tearing, and later to describe the small pieces that result from this action
Synonyms
Definitions
- To tear or cut something into small pieces, especially in a rough or violent way
- * A small piece of something that has been torn or cut off
- * To damage or destroy something, such as a person's reputation or a plan
Usage Examples
- The document was shredded to protect confidential information
- * The accident shredded the car's metal body
- * Her reputation was shredded by the scandal