Definition(s):

To damage by creating a laceration or pulling apart.

Inflected Forms(s):

Ripping (adjective), Rips (plural), Ripped (past tense)

Comments:

Rips can be effected using Natural Weapons or Man-Made Weapons.

See rip in Basics for more information on a natural rip.

Rips are commonly executed using the tip(s) of a weapon.

Rip and tear are often used interchangeably.

Example(s):

Clawing the face can create rips in the skin.

Opposite(s):

Tear

Related Definition(s):

Align, Butt, Circle, Contact, Contour, Focus, Gouge, Hammer, Hook, Intent, Lift, Line, Loop, Major, Minor, Move, Path, Poke, Position, Posture, Pull, Push, Rake, Roundhouse, Scoop, Scratch, Slice, Snap, Specialized, Stick, Tear, Thrust, Tip, Weapon, Whip

Related Term(s):

Back-up Mass, Body Mechanics, Economy of Motion, Geometric Angle, Gravitational Marriage, Method of Execution, Opposing Forces, Postural Position, Surface Contact

Related Basic(s):

Rip