Zipper: meaning, definitions and examples

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zipper

 

[ หˆzษชpษ™r ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

clothing accessory

A zipper is a device consisting of two flexible strips of fabric with interlocking metal or plastic teeth that are closed or opened by pulling a slide along them, used to fasten clothing.

Synonyms

closure, fastener, zip.

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Word Description / Examples
zipper

Commonly used to refer to the toothed device used to close or fasten clothing, bags, or other items.

  • The zipper on my jacket is broken
  • She zipped up her suitcase quickly
zip

Often used informally as a verb to describe the action of using a zipper. Can also be a noun with the same meaning as 'zipper'.

  • Can you help me zip up my dress? The zip on my backpack is stuck
fastener

A general term for any device that secures two things together. This includes zippers, buttons, snaps, and ties.

  • There is a fastener missing on my coat
  • The fastener on the safety belt needs to be replaced
closure

Used in a broader context to refer to any mechanism (not just zippers) used to secure an opening. Applies to buttons, Velcro, and more.

  • The closure on this bag is a bit difficult to open
  • She prefers zippers over other types of closures

Examples of usage

  • The zipper on my jacket broke.
  • She quickly zipped up her dress.
  • He struggled to open the zipper on his bag.
Context #2 | Verb

to close or open with a zipper

To zipper means to fasten or unfasten with a zipper.

Synonyms

close, fasten, zip up.

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Word Description / Examples
zipper

Repeats the first entry and is not needed. This information is already covered under the first entry.

zip up

Specifically refers to the action of pulling a zipper to secure a piece of clothing or bag. Mostly used informally in everyday conversation.

  • Donโ€™t forget to zip up your jacket; it's cold outside.
  • She asked him to help zip up her dress.
fasten

A more formal term for securing items together. Applicable in various contexts such as clothing, seat belts, and other objects.

  • Make sure to fasten your seat belt.
  • He fastened his coat before stepping outside.
close

A general term for bringing two parts together. Can be used for various contexts like doors, books, or containers, not just clothing.

  • Please close the door.
  • She closed the book after finishing the chapter.

Examples of usage

  • She zippered her purse before leaving the house.
  • He carefully zippered up his suitcase.

Translations

Translations of the word "zipper" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น zรญper

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคผเคฟเคชเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช ReiรŸverschluss

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ resleting

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะปะธัะบะฐะฒะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zamek bล‚yskawiczny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ธใƒƒใƒ‘ใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fermeture รฉclair

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cremallera

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท fermuar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€ํผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุญุงุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zip

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zips

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‹‰้“พ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zadrga

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rennilรกs

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝะฐะนะทะฐา“ะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ–แƒ˜แƒžแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fermuar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cremallera

Etymology

The word 'zipper' originated in the early 20th century as a trademark of a particular fastener device. It quickly became a generic term for any similar device. The modern zipper we know today was invented in the 1910s and has since become a common feature in clothing and accessories.

See also: unzip, zip.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,010, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.