unzip

verb

un·​zip ˌən-ˈzip How to pronounce unzip (audio)
unzipped; unzipping; unzips

transitive verb

: to zip open

intransitive verb

: to open by or as if by means of a zipper

Examples of unzip in a Sentence

She unzipped the tent flap.
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Campers can unzip both sides of the tent to create two separate open-air decks. New Atlas, 11 Mar. 2025 No need to worry about having enough space in your suitcase to tote home your treasures, simply unzip this tote and throw them in the bag. Sophie Mendel, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2025 The cover was also adjustable when left attached, as the entire front panel can unzip and tuck into the under-stroller basket when not in use. Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 23 Jan. 2025 That way someone would have to slip their hand between the bag and the wearer to unzip everything. Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 26 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unzip

Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Time Traveler
The first known use of unzip was in 1927

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“Unzip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unzip. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

unzip

verb
un·​zip ˌən-ˈzip How to pronounce unzip (audio)
ˈən-
unzipped; unzipping
: to open by means of a zipper

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