big rip

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What does big rip mean?

A hypothetical end of the universe in which its rate of expansion becomes infinite in finite time, resulting in all matter being torn apart.

How to pronounce big rip

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “big rip”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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