The term 'RIP (INTO)' can be defined as to tear or break something apart. This is reflected in the crossword solutions, which include 'LACE' (4 letters), meaning to draw together with string or cord; 'LAMBASTE' (8 letters), meaning to criticize harshly; 'ASSAIL' (6 letters), meaning to attack violently; 'SETAT' (5 letters), meaning to tear into pieces; 'LASHAT' (6 letters), meaning to beat with a whip; 'TEARAT' (6 letters), meaning to tear apart; 'INVEIGH' (7 letters), meaning to attack verbally; and 'TEAROPEN' (8 letters), meaning to tear open. All of these words are related to the idea of tearing something apart, and thus reflect the definition of the term 'RIP (INTO).'