Meaning & Definition of Zipper in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A mechanism used for fastening two edges of a fabric or other material.

  Example Sentence: She pulled the zipper up on her jacket to keep warm.

• Definition: A sliding fastener that joins two sides of an opening.

  Example Sentence: He had trouble with the zipper on his backpack.

Etymology

Origin: The word 'zipper' is derived from 'zip' which comes from the sound made when the device is pulled open.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• zip it: A slang expression meaning to be quiet or stop talking.
• zip through: To move quickly through something.
• zip line: A cable suspended high above the ground, used for sliding from one point to another.

Translations

• Spanish: cremallera

• French: fermeture éclair

• German: Reißverschluss

• Russian: молния

Related Words

• fastening: The action of closing or securing something.

• slider: A mechanism that allows movement along a fixed track.

Slang Meanings of zipper

• Meaning: To zip up

  Example Sentence: He zipped up his jacket before heading out.

• Meaning: To zip around

  Example Sentence: She zips around town on her scooter.