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Zack

zak

Zack (noun) means a short, informal form of the male names Zachary or Zachariah. Example: “Zack forgot his lines during rehearsal.”

noun
1
A short, informal form of the male names Zachary or Zachariah.
"Zack forgot his lines during rehearsal."
2
British slang for a small sum of money, sixpence or five cents, or an old slang term for a short prison sentence.
"He said the old coin was worth "a zack" back in the day."
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Etymology

The slang sense for money is of uncertain origin, possibly connected to "six."

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Frequently asked questions

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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