zipper
1 antonym for zipper — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun — A fastener made of two rows of interlocking teeth joined and separated by a sliding tab; the same thing as a zip.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A fastener made of two rows of interlocking teeth joined and separated by a sliding tab; the same thing as a zip.
“The zipper on her boot jammed halfway up.”
Antonyms
How to use zipper
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
zipper pull
stuck zipper
Etymology
From zip plus -er. The name was originally a 1925 trademark registered by B.F. Goodrich for rubber-and-fabric boots, and later became a generic word for the fastener itself.
Full origin of zipper →Frequently asked questions
What does “zipper” mean?
The word “zipper” means a fastener made of two rows of interlocking teeth joined and separated by a sliding tab; the same thing as a zip. In plain terms, the sliding fastener used on clothing, bags, and similar items; mainly the American English term (British English favours "zip").
How do you pronounce “zipper”?
“Zipper” is pronounced ZIH-puh (/ˈzɪpɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “zipper” in a sentence?
Here is “zipper” used in a sentence: “The zipper on her boot jammed halfway up.”
What is another word for “zipper”?
Words with a similar meaning to “zipper” include slide fastener, zip and zip fastener.
What part of speech is “zipper”?
Depending on how it is used, “zipper” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “zipper” come from?
The word “zipper” dates back to around 1925. From zip plus -er. The name was originally a 1925 trademark registered by B.F. Goodrich for rubber-and-fabric boots, and later became a generic word for the fastener itself.
Is “zipper” a common word?
“Zipper” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “zipper” have?
“Zipper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fastener made of two rows of interlocking teeth joined and separated by a sliding tab; the same thing as a zip.
