to pieces



to pieces

Into fragments, disorganized, or confused, as in I tore his argument to pieces. This metaphoric term has been so used since about 1600. Also see go to pieces; pick apart (to pieces); thrill to pieces.
See also: piece

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
KingsleyKINGZ-leeEnglish (Modern)
CaedmonKAD-mən (English)History
EnkiEN-keeNear Eastern Mythology
Caprice-English (Rare)
Krystina-English (Modern)
Ernie['ɜ:ni]