zippo
13 synonyms for zippo, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Nothing at all; used for emphasis when someone might have expected something.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
The "nothing" sense comes from zip plus -o; the lighter sense comes from the Zippo brand name, now often used generically.
Full origin of zippo →Frequently asked questions
What does “zippo” mean?
The word “zippo” means nothing at all; used for emphasis when someone might have expected something. In plain terms, either "absolutely nothing" or, informally, any metal flip-top lighter.
How do you pronounce “zippo”?
“Zippo” is pronounced ZIH-poh (/ˈzɪpoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “zippo” in a sentence?
Here is “zippo” used in a sentence: “We searched the whole house and found zippo.”
What part of speech is “zippo”?
“Zippo” is a noun.
How many meanings does “zippo” have?
“Zippo” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: nothing at all; used for emphasis when someone might have expected something.
