The term "Shredder" commonly refers to a device used to cut paper or other materials into small pieces, making it difficult to reconstruct the original documents. This is often used for security purposes, such as disposing of sensitive information. Shredders come in various sizes and types, including strip-cut, cross-cut, and micro-cut, each offering different levels of security. In popular culture, "Shredder" is also the name of a fictional character from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise. He is portrayed as the main antagonist, often depicted as a skilled martial artist and leader of the Foot Clan. Shredder is known for his distinctive armor and rivalry with the turtles, particularly Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo, and Raphael.