shredding
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈʃɹɛdɪŋ// UK //ʃɹˈɛdɪŋ// shred·ding
v. to play a musical instrument in a very fast and loud way, often using a special technique to make the sound sound like it is being torn apart. You usually hear this on a guitar or a violin.
v. to play a musical instrument in a rapid, aggressive, and often high-pitched manner, typically involving the use of a specific technique to produce a distorted or fragmented sound. Often used in the context of rock or jazz music.
The guitarist is shredding during the solo.
During the final chorus, the lead violinist starts shredding to build up the intensity of the song.
The band's performance was defined by the lead guitarist's ability to shred complex riffs while maintaining perfect timing with the rest of the rhythm section.