zipper

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noun

zip·​per ˈzi-pər 

: a fastener consisting of two rows of metal or plastic teeth on strips of tape and a sliding piece that closes an opening by drawing the teeth together

zipper

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verb

zippered; zippering; zippers

transitive verb

: zip entry 5

Examples of zipper in a Sentence

Noun

The zipper was stuck and we couldn't open the suitcase.

Can you help him with his zipper?

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Those opting out of the clout-seeking videos—often updated daily with an exponentially growing stockpile of zippers—are lording zippers over unlucky Nike Elite owners. —Bysasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2024

Featuring water-resistant uppers, a heavy-duty side zipper, and anti-skid rubber outsoles, these cozy boots have soft, fluffy interior linings that envelop your feet in warm, plush fur on frigid winter days. —Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2024

Verb

The ankle-length pants have an elastic waistband, mock fly, and two zippered back pockets. —Talia Ergas, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2024

In order to work, roundabouts demand a culture of sharing and cooperation, requiring multiple occasions of merging and zippering to accomplish the transit through the circle. —Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 10 May 2024

Word History

Etymology

Noun

from Zipper, a trademark

First Known Use

Noun

1924, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1927, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

zipper

noun

zip·​per

ˈzip-ər

: a fastener consisting of two rows of metal or plastic teeth on strips of tape and a sliding piece that closes an opening by drawing the teeth together

zippered

-ərd

adjective

Etymology

Noun

from Zipper, a former trademark