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In some senses, ripper is marked as slang, obsolete, British. Watch for register when choosing this word.
noun
Something that rips something else.
Someone who rips something.
A legislative bill or act that transfers powers of appointment from the usual holders to a chief executive or a board of officials.
A murderer who kills and often mutilates victims with a blade or similar sharp weapon.
Jack the Ripper
A hook-like tool used to tear away ore, rock, etc.
adj
Very good; excellent; fantastic.
2019 Kobe Howard, Coaches Wrap Brisbane Lions, 30 April 2019. Accessed 6 May 2019. Not only did Lachie Neale have another stand out game with 28 disposals and a ripper goal from outside 50, but Lions debutant Noah Answerth slotted in nicely picking up 5 intercept marks.
noun
One who brings fish from the seacoast to markets in inland towns.
But what's the action we are for now? Robbing a ripper of his fish.