Zip
(
verb
,
noun
,
adjective
)
(As a verb)
Zip ( verb )
- To move or cause to move quickly and energetically.
- To fasten or open (something) with a zip.
- To do or complete (something) quickly and efficiently.
Origin:
Early 20th century: of unknown origin.
Examples:
- He zipped up his jacket.
- She zipped the dress.
- He zipped the file on his computer.
- She zipped through the documents.
- He zipped around the corner.
(As a noun)
Zip ( noun )
- A device for fastening clothing, bags, or other items, consisting of two rows of metal or plastic teeth on opposite edges of a strip of material that can be separated by pulling a slider along them.
- The sound made by a zip when it is being fastened or unfastened.
Origin:
Early 20th century: of unknown origin.
Examples:
- The jacket had a broken zip.
- The dress had an invisible zip.
- The bag had a zip compartment.
- The sound of the zip was loud in the quiet room.
- The zip on the tent needed to be repaired.
(As an adjective)
Zip ( adjective )
Having a zip.
Origin:
Early 20th century: of unknown origin.
Examples:
- The zip-up hoodie was warm and comfortable.
- The zip-front dress was elegant and easy to wear.
- The zip-close bag was secure and convenient.
- The zip-lock bag was resealable.
- The zip-pocket pants were practical and stylish.