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Meaning of the word zip in English

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zip

US /zɪp/
UK /zɪp/
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Noun

1.

a fastener consisting of two rows of teeth on strips of fabric that are interlocked by a sliding tab, used for closing or opening bags, clothing, etc.

Example:
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She closed her jacket with a zip.
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The bag has a strong zip.
Synonym:
zipperfastener
2.

energy; vigor

Example:
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The new manager brought a lot of zip to the team.
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He plays with real zip and enthusiasm.
Synonym:
energyvigorlivelinesspepvim
3.

a sudden, sharp, whizzing sound or movement

Example:
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The bullet went past with a zip.
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He moved with a quick zip.
Synonym:
whizswishdashrush

Verb

1.

to fasten with a zip

Example:
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Can you help me zip up my dress?
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He quickly zipped his bag shut.
Synonym:
fastenclosesecure
2.

to move at high speed

Example:
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The car zipped past us on the highway.
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The kids zipped around the playground.
Synonym:
whizdashrushspeedfly
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zip codezip up