Shredded

Pronunciation: /ˈʃrɛdɪd/

Definitions of shredded

verb to cut or tear into small pieces

Example Sentences

A1 I shredded some paper for recycling.

A2 She shredded the documents to protect sensitive information.

B1 The chef shredded the cabbage for the coleslaw.

B2 The old documents were shredded to maintain confidentiality.

C1 The machine shredded the paper into tiny pieces with precision.

C2 The confidential files were shredded in accordance with company policy.

adjective torn or cut into small pieces

Example Sentences

A1 The paper was shredded into tiny pieces.

A2 She used shredded cheese to make a delicious pizza.

B1 The old documents were shredded for confidentiality.

B2 The athlete's muscles were shredded from intense training.

C1 The artist created a masterpiece using shredded paper as a medium.

C2 The confidential files were shredded beyond recognition to ensure security.

Examples of shredded in a Sentence

formal The documents were shredded to protect sensitive information.

informal I shredded my old notes after the exam.

slang I totally shredded that skate park yesterday.

figurative Her heart felt shredded after the breakup.

Grammatical Forms of shredded

• past tense: shredded
• plural: shredded
• comparative: more shredded
• superlative: most shredded
• present tense: shred
• future tense: will shred
• perfect tense: have shredded
• continuous tense: is shredding
• singular: shredded
• positive degree: shredded
• infinitive: to shred
• gerund: shredding
• participle: shredded

Origin and Evolution of shredded

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'shredded' originated from the Old English word 'screadan' which meant 'to tear into small pieces'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'shredded' has come to be commonly used in reference to cutting or tearing something into small pieces, especially in the context of food preparation or document destruction.