rip off

UK
/rɪp ɒf/
US
/rɪp ɔf/

Translations

rip offverb
ripped off
Past Simple
ripped off
Past Participle
ripping off
Gerund
UK
/rɪp ɒf/
US
/rɪp ɔf/
He decided to rip off the old wallpaper before painting the walls.
Он решил сдирать старые обои перед покраской стен.
The store tried to rip off its customers by charging double the price.
Магазин пытался обдирать своих клиентов, взимая двойную цену.
Additional translations

Definitions

rip offverb
To steal or take something from someone, often in a deceitful or dishonest manner.
The thief managed to rip off several valuable items from the store.
To cheat someone by charging them too much for something.
The mechanic tried to rip me off by overcharging for the repairs.
To copy or imitate something, especially in a way that is considered unfair or unethical.
The new movie was criticized for ripping off scenes from a classic film.