squarciare — meaning in English

English meaning

• pierce verb To make a hole through something, usually with something sharp.
• tear verb To pull something apart or make a hole in it by force.

Senses

squarciare is used for these senses in English:

• pierce (transitive) to break or interrupt abruptly
• tear (transitive) To rend (a solid material) by holding or restraining in two places and pulling apart, whether intentionally or not; to destroy or separate.

pierce — full definition

1. verb To make a hole through something, usually with something sharp.
2. verb To affect someone deeply or reach the heart of a matter.

tear — full definition

1. verb To pull something apart or make a hole in it by force.
2. verb To move somewhere very quickly or with great energy.
3. noun A hole or split made by tearing.
4. noun A drop of clear liquid that falls from the eye, especially when crying.

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