zips
/zɪps/
VERB
1. Moves rapidly
Moves or travels quickly from one place to another, often with a smooth, sudden, or energetic motion.
1.1. Moving swiftly from place to place
Describes a person, animal, or object traveling quickly through, across, or past a location.
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Examples
- She effortlessly zips through her daily tasks, always finishing ahead of schedule.
- The cyclist zips through the narrow streets to reach the finish line.
- The small dog zips around the garden chasing butterflies.
Related Words
- accelerates
- sprints
- hurries
- hastens
- overtakes
- outpaces
- scuttles
- whooshes
1.2. Hurrying toward a destination
Describes going somewhere quickly because of urgency, a tight schedule, or the desire to arrive without delay.
Synonyms
- hurries
- rushes
- hastens
- races
- beelines
- makes tracks
- gets a move on
Antonyms
Examples
- He zips home after work to spend time with his family.
- She zips across town to make it to the appointment on time.
Related Words
- quickens
- speeds
- travels
- bolts
- runs
VERB
2. Fastens with a zipper
Closes or secures clothing, bags, or other objects by operating a zip fastener.
2.1. Closing clothing and bags
Describes fastening something by pulling its zipper into the closed position.
Synonyms
- fastens
- closes
- secures
Antonyms
Examples
- The jacket conveniently zips up, providing quick protection against the cold wind.
- She zips her backpack before leaving for school.