Word: ripper
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: rip
per
Definition: A hook-like tool used to tear away ore, rock, etc.
Morphemes:
Affix: rip
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To divide or separate the parts of (especially something flimsy such as paper or fabric), by cutting or tearing; to tear off or out by violence.
Affix: -er
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: A person or thing that does an action indicated by the root verb; used to form an agent noun.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -ārius
Language: la
Decoded: -arius
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form adjectives from nouns or numerals.