ZAP | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word ZAP in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of ZAP with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Zap

Speech Type: Verb

Etymology:

1920s (originally US): imitative

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: zap
Dialects: British English
Definition:

destroy or obliterate

Short Definition:

destroy or obliterate

Examples:
  • zap the enemy's artillery before it can damage your core units
  • it's vital to zap stress fast
Definition:

move or cause to move suddenly and rapidly

Short Definition:

move or cause to move suddenly

Examples:
  • racing cars zapped past us on the track below

Word: Zap

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: zap
Dialects: British English
Definition:

a sudden effect or event that makes a dramatic impact, especially a sudden burst of energy or sound

Short Definition:

sudden effect or event that makes dramatic impact

Examples:
  • the eggs get an extra zap of UV light

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