shredding

American

[shred-ing] / ˈʃrɛd ɪŋ /

Or shreading

noun

furring attached to the undersides of rafters.

Other Word Forms

nonshredding adjective

Etymology

Origin of shredding

First recorded in 1660–70; origin uncertain

Example Sentences

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These are ideal for anything that welcomes a little shredding or chopping: chicken salad, soups, dumplings, maybe a quick stovetop pasta.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

Although the United States imports most of its primary aluminum, the country has a well developed network for shredding vehicles and recovering aluminum scrap.

From Science Daily • Mar. 10, 2026

But this is not the usual K-drama - this is a "micro-drama", the viral ultra-short format that has been shredding attention online.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Thundering drums and shredding guitar solos cut through the crowd as pyrotechnics and streamer cannons blast.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

She snatched up a copy of The Birds of North America, fluttered to the nearest branch, and began scratching through the pages so fast, Frank wasn’t sure if she was reading or shredding.

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan

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