Meaning & Definition of word "Zip"

Zip

/zɪp/

1. a fastener made of two strips of material with interlocking projections, secured by a sliding mechanism
- Example: She pulled up the zip on her bag to keep her belongings safe.
2. the sound made by something moving quickly
- Example: I heard the zip of the arrow as it flew through the air.

1. to fasten or close with a zipper
- Example: Please zip up your jacket before going outside.
2. to move quickly or suddenly
- Example: The car zipped past us on the highway.

1. full of energy and enthusiasm
- Example: The zip in her step showed how excited she was for the day.

Originally a trademark for the fastening device introduced in the early 20th century.

zip it:

To stop talking or be quiet.

zip along:

To move quickly.

zip code:

A postal code in the United States.

zip up:

To close something with a zipper.

zipper:

A fastening device consisting of two flexible strips of fabric with interlocking metal or plastic teeth.

zippy:

Full of energy or enthusiasm.

zipline:

A cable or wire that a person can slide along from a higher to a lower point.

Meaning: To have no belongings or resources.

Example Sentence: After the expenses, I'm left with zip.

Meaning: To be excited or full of energy.

Example Sentence: That party had so much zip, everyone was dancing!