English · Phrasal verb Attested

rip out

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

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Meaning · English

To remove by ripping

Where it’s used: Used American English

Ah, no, no: it cannot be. I would rather rip out out my heart, then fuffer it any longer to retain so mean, and so unworthy an affection.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To unstitch.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To exclaim; to blurt out.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “rip out” mean?

To remove by ripping

Is “rip out” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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