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shredding

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb shred has 1 sense
  1. shred, tear up, rip up - tear into shreds
    --1 is one way to tear, rupture, snap, bust
    Derived forms: noun shredder1, noun shred1, noun shred2
    Sample sentences:
    Something ----s
    Somebody ----s something
    Something ----s something

Definitions from the Web

Shredding

Definition:

Shredding refers to the act of cutting or tearing something into small, narrow pieces or strips.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Verb

Sense 1:

Noun: The process of destroying documents or sensitive information by cutting them into small, unreadable pieces.

Example sentence: The company hired a professional shredding service to ensure the secure disposal of confidential files.

Sense 2:

Verb: To tear or cut something into small pieces, often using a mechanical shredder.

Example sentence: She was shredding the old newspapers to create bedding for her pet hamster.

Popular Usage:

In the context of modern lifestyle, shredding has become popular for maintaining privacy and data protection. It is commonly used in offices and homes to securely dispose of sensitive documents.

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Local Usage:

In some regions, shredding is also used to refer to the extreme sport of skateboarding on half-pipes, ramps, or other obstacles.

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