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Zip

🇬🇧 UK //zɪp// 🇺🇸 US //zɪp//

Meaning of Zip

To move quickly or to fasten something tightly.

In simple words: To move quickly or to close something tightly.

Zip in a sentence

• He decided to zip down the hill on his bike.
• Please zip the suitcase tightly before checking it in.
• The car zipped past us on the highway.
• Can you zip up your dress for the party?
• She zipped through her homework in an hour.
• It started to rain, so I quickly zipped up my jacket.
• The athlete zipped around the track during the race.
• After the hike, I had to zip my bag to protect my stuff.

How to use Zip

Use 'zip' informally to mean moving fast. It can also refer to closing zippers or files. Avoid in very formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

zip + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'zipper' that closes up quickly.

Related words

Collocations with Zip

• zip up
• zip by
• zip file
• zip line
• zippered pouch

Synonyms for Zip

• speed
• whizz
• close
• fasten
• navigate

Opposites of Zip

• unzip
• slow down

Common mistakes with Zip

• Confusing 'zip' with 'zipper' as both refer to closing.
• Using 'zip' for locations, which is incorrect.
• Mispronouncing it with an extra vowel sound at the end.

Frequently asked questions about Zip

What does Zip mean?

To move quickly or to close something tightly.

What is the definition of Zip?

To move quickly or to fasten something tightly.

How do you use Zip in a sentence?

He decided to zip down the hill on his bike.

Can you give another example of Zip?

Please zip the suitcase tightly before checking it in.

What are synonyms for Zip?

Common alternatives include speed, whizz, close, fasten, navigate.

What is the opposite of Zip?

Opposite meanings include unzip, slow down.

What words go with Zip?

It commonly pairs with zip up, zip by, zip file, zip line, zippered pouch.

What are common mistakes when using Zip?

Confusing 'zip' with 'zipper' as both refer to closing. Using 'zip' for locations, which is incorrect. Mispronouncing it with an extra vowel sound at the end.

How do you pronounce Zip?

US: //zɪp//, UK: //zɪp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Zip?

Use 'zip' informally to mean moving fast. It can also refer to closing zippers or files. Avoid in very formal contexts.