adj
shredded
adj
1
Cut or torn into narrow strips or small pieces.
"The taco was piled high with shredded chicken and cheese."
2
Having very lean, well-defined muscles (informal, fitness slang).
"After months of training, he looked absolutely shredded."
How to Use Shredded
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTorn into thin pieces, or, informally, having very visible muscle definition.
When to use it
The bodybuilding sense ("shredded" meaning lean and muscular) is informal gym slang.
Common pairings
shredded cheese
shredded paper
get shredded
Word Forms
more shredded comparative, most shredded superlative
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