Laxi Dictionary

English Dictionary

Define dictionary terms easily in our powerful online English dictionary.

Definition tear into in British English

tear into phrasal verb

[transitive]phrasal verb
1

to physically attack someone or something

Example

He tore into the larger boy, punching him furiously.

Synonyms and related words
attackassaultset on
2

to criticize someone or something very angrily

Example

She really tore into me for forgetting to send it.

Synonyms and related words
attackdamnsavagelash outtear intoabuse
3

to start doing something with a lot of energy or enthusiasm

Example

The girls tore into their chores and were finished within an hour.

Synonyms and related words
start onbeginset about
Definition tear into in British English