ripsnorter

[ rip-snawr-ter ]

noun

, Informal.

1. something or someone exceedingly strong or violent:

   a ripsnorter of a gale.

2. something or someone remarkably good or exciting.

ripsnorter

/ ˈrɪpˌsnɔːtə /

noun

1. slang.
   a person or thing noted for intensity or excellence

Derived Forms

• ˈripˌsnorting, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of ripsnorter¹

An Americanism dating back to 1830–40; rip ¹ + snorter

Word History and Origins

Origin of ripsnorter¹

C19: from rip ¹+ snorter

Example Sentences

He'd just about convinced himself that he's a real ripsnorter of a buck.

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