noun

zapping

ZA-pihng

Zapping (noun) means the act of hitting, destroying, or heating something quickly, as by an electric shock or a microwave. Example: “A few seconds of zapping in the microwave and the soup was hot again.”

noun

The act of hitting, destroying, or heating something quickly, as by an electric shock or a microwave.

"A few seconds of zapping in the microwave and the soup was hot again."

How to use zapping

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe noun form of "zap" — the action of zapping something.

Word forms

zappings plural

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Rhymes for zapping

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Frequently asked questions

What does “zapping” mean?

The word “zapping” means the act of hitting, destroying, or heating something quickly, as by an electric shock or a microwave. In plain terms, the noun form of "zap" — the action of zapping something.

How do you pronounce “zapping”?

“Zapping” is pronounced ZA-pihng (/ˈzæpɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “zapping” in a sentence?

Here is “zapping” used in a sentence: “A few seconds of zapping in the microwave and the soup was hot again.”

What part of speech is “zapping”?

“Zapping” is a noun.

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