Zack
Zack (noun) means a short, informal form of the male names Zachary or Zachariah. Example: “Zack forgot his lines during rehearsal.”
Word forms
zacks plural
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Etymology
The slang sense for money is of uncertain origin, possibly connected to "six."
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What does “Zack” mean?
The word “Zack” means a short, informal form of the male names Zachary or Zachariah.
How do you pronounce “Zack”?
“Zack” is pronounced zak (/zæk/ in IPA).
How do you use “Zack” in a sentence?
Here is “Zack” used in a sentence: “Zack forgot his lines during rehearsal.”
What part of speech is “Zack”?
“Zack” is a noun.
Is “Zack” a common word?
“Zack” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Zack” have?
“Zack” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a short, informal form of the male names Zachary or Zachariah.
Is "Zack" short for Zachary or Zachariah?
"Zack" is a short, informal form of both "Zachary" and "Zachariah," used as a casual given name or nickname for either.
What does "zack" mean in British slang?
In British slang, "zack" can refer to a small sum of money, historically sixpence or five cents, or, in older slang, a short prison sentence. These meanings are informal and largely dated.
Is "zack" meaning money still commonly used today?
No, the British slang sense of "zack" referring to a small sum of money or a short prison sentence is an older, largely dated usage rather than common contemporary slang.
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