First Known Use: 1852
Dictionary
1zip
verb \ˈzip\
zippedzip·ping
Definition of ZIP
intransitive verb
1
: to move, act, or function with speed and vigor
2
: to travel with a sharp hissing or humming sound
transitive verb
1
: to impart speed or force to
2
: to add zest, interest, or life to —often used with up
3
: to transport or propel with speed
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Origin of ZIP
imitative of the sound of a speeding object
2zip
noun
Definition of ZIP
1
: a sudden sharp hissing or sibilant sound
First Known Use of ZIP
1867
3zip
noun
Definition of ZIP
Origin of ZIP
origin unknown
First Known Use: circa 1900
4zip
noun
5zip
verb
zippedzip·ping
Definition of ZIP
transitive verb
1
a : to close or open with or as if with a zipper b : to enclose or wrap by fastening a zipper
2
: to cause (a zipper) to open or shut
intransitive verb
: to become open, closed, or attached by means of a zipper
Origin of ZIP
back-formation from zipper
First Known Use: 1932
6zip
noun, often all capitalized
ZIPPING Defined for Kids
1zip
verb \ˈzip\
zippedzip·ping
Definition of ZIP for Kids
: to move or act quickly and often with energy and enthusiasm <Cars zipped past us.>
2zip
noun
Definition of ZIP for Kids
: energy and enthusiasm <He performs with zip.>
3zip
verb
zippedzip·ping
Definition of ZIP for Kids
: to close or open with a zipper
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