The term 'RIPPED BIT' is a combination of two words, 'RIPPED' and 'BIT'. RIPPED is a verb meaning to tear or pull apart with force, while BIT is a noun referring to a small piece or amount of something. Together, the term 'RIPPED BIT' refers to a small piece of something that has been torn apart with force. The crossword solution for this term is 'SHRED', which is another verb meaning to tear or cut into small pieces. Therefore, the term 'RIPPED BIT' can be defined as a small piece of something that has been torn or cut into small pieces.